Series and Parallel Circuits Flashcard

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This is an example of a _______ circuit

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series

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What 'flows' in a wire?

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Electrons

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What is the resistance of an object that draws 0.24 A when connected to a 120 volt circuit?

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500 ohms

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As the resistance of a circuit increases, the current will...

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decrease

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Does this statement best describe a parallel or a series circuit: When more light bulbs are added they all remain bright.

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Parallel circuit

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What is a series circuit?

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A circuit where components are connected end-to-end, so the current flows through each component in turn.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A circuit where components are connected across common points or junctions, allowing multiple paths for current.

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

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The total resistance increases.

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

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The total resistance decreases.

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What is Ohm's Law?

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The relationship between voltage (V), current (I), and resistance (R) in a circuit, expressed as V = I × R.