Series vs. Parallel Circuits

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What is a series circuit?

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A circuit where the components are connected end-to-end, so the same current flows through all of them.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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

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How does adding more light bulbs in a parallel circuit affect their brightness?

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The brightness will stay the same.

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What happens to the current in a series circuit when more components are added?

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The total resistance increases, which can decrease the overall current.

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What happens if one light bulb is removed from a series circuit?

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The other bulbs will go out.

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What happens if one light bulb is removed from a parallel circuit?

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The other bulbs will stay on.

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What is an electric circuit?

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The path which the electric current takes.

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What is the role of a battery in a circuit?

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It provides the electrical energy needed to push the current through the circuit.

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What is the difference between current and voltage?

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Current is the flow of electric charge, while voltage is the difference in electric potential energy between two points.

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What is resistance in an electrical circuit?

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Resistance is the opposition to the flow of electric current, measured in ohms.