Electrical circuits part two

Front

What is a circuit that only has ONE path for electricity to flow?

Back

Series circuit

Front

What happens to a circuit when the switch is open?

Back

The circuit is broken.

Front

What is the function of a resistor?

Back

Limit current flow.

Front

In which wire would electrons experience the least amount of resistance?

Back

The black wire on the right.

Front

What type of circuit has multiple paths for electricity to flow?

Back

Parallel circuit.

Front

What is an open circuit?

Back

A circuit that is not complete, preventing current from flowing.

Front

What is a closed circuit?

Back

A complete circuit that allows current to flow.

Front

What is the role of a switch in a circuit?

Back

To open or close the circuit.

Front

What is voltage?

Back

The electrical potential difference between two points.

Front

What is current?

Back

The flow of electric charge in a circuit.