Series and Parallel Circuits

Front

A series circuit has ____ path(s) that the electric current can take.

Back

One

Front

This is an example of a _______ circuit.

Back

series

Front

What component does the picture above represent?

Back

Resistor

Front

What is happening here?

Back

Series circuit - Bulbs are off

Front

What will happen if one light bulb is removed from this circuit?

Back

The other bulbs will stay on.

Front

In a parallel circuit, how many paths can the electric current take?

Back

Multiple

Front

What is the main difference between series and parallel circuits?

Back

In series circuits, components are connected end-to-end, while in parallel circuits, components are connected across common points.

Front

What happens to the total resistance in a series circuit when more resistors are added?

Back

The total resistance increases.

Front

What happens to the total resistance in a parallel circuit when more resistors are added?

Back

The total resistance decreases.

Front

In a series circuit, if one component fails, what happens to the circuit?

Back

The entire circuit is broken and all components stop working.