Series vs. Parallel Circuits
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a series circuit?
Back
A circuit where the components are connected end-to-end, so the same current flows through all of them.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a parallel circuit?
Back
A circuit where the components are connected across common points or junctions, allowing multiple paths for the current.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does adding more light bulbs in a parallel circuit affect their brightness?
Back
The brightness will stay the same.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to the current in a series circuit when more components are added?
Back
The total resistance increases, which can decrease the overall current.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens if one light bulb is removed from a series circuit?
Back
The other bulbs will go out.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens if one light bulb is removed from a parallel circuit?
Back
The other bulbs will stay on.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an electric circuit?
Back
The path which the electric current takes.
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