Series and Parallel Circuits

Front

What happens to the other light bulbs in a SERIES circuit if one light bulb is disconnected?

Back

The other light bulbs turn off.

Front

What is the term used to describe the load in a circuit?

Back

Resistance.

Front

What characterizes a parallel circuit?

Back

A parallel circuit has more than one path.

Front

What is the flow of electrons in a circuit called?

Back

Current.

Front

What happens to the other light bulbs in a PARALLEL circuit if one light bulb is disconnected?

Back

The other light bulbs stay on.

Front

What is the main difference between series and parallel circuits?

Back

In a series circuit, all components are connected in a single path, while in a parallel circuit, components are connected across multiple paths.

Front

What is the total resistance in a SERIES circuit?

Back

The total resistance is the sum of the individual resistances.

Front

How do you calculate the total current in a SERIES circuit?

Back

The total current is the same through all components in a series circuit.

Front

What is the total resistance in a PARALLEL circuit?

Back

The total resistance is less than the smallest individual resistance.

Front

How do you calculate the total current in a PARALLEL circuit?

Back

The total current is the sum of the currents through each parallel branch.