Circuits and Electricity

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A parallel circuit is a type of electrical circuit where the current splits and flows through multiple paths or components.

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What happens to the current in a parallel circuit?

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In a parallel circuit, the current splits and goes through multiple (2 or more) components.

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What is required to make a circuit complete?

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To make a circuit complete, you must have a complete path for the current to flow.

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What are series circuits?

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Series circuits are electrical circuits where components are connected in a single path, so the current flows through one component to get to the next.

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What is the difference between series and parallel circuits?

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In series circuits, the current flows in one path, while in parallel circuits, the current splits into multiple paths.

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What happens to the lights in a parallel circuit if one light goes out?

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If one light goes out in a parallel circuit, the other lights will still remain on.

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What type of energy is used in electrical circuits?

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Electrical energy is used in circuits.

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What type of energy is produced by a light bulb?

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A light bulb produces light energy and thermal energy when electrical energy is used.

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What is a complete circuit?

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A complete circuit is a closed loop that allows current to flow from the power source, through the components, and back to the power source.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

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What is an open circuit?

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An open circuit is a broken or incomplete circuit where the current cannot flow.