Series and Parallel Circuits

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A parallel circuit is a type of electrical circuit where components are connected alongside each other, so the current can split and flow through multiple paths.

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What happens to the bulbs in a parallel circuit when the switch is closed?

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Both bulbs TURN ON.

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What type of circuit is commonly used in homes?

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Parallel Circuits are commonly used in homes because they allow multiple devices to operate independently.

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What is an ammeter used for?

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An ammeter is a device used to measure electric current in a circuit.

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What is a series circuit?

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A series circuit is a type of electrical circuit where components are connected one after another, so the current flows through each component in turn.

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What happens to the current in a series circuit if one component fails?

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If one component fails in a series circuit, the entire circuit is broken and all components stop working.

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What is voltage?

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Voltage is the electrical potential difference between two points in a circuit, which drives the current through the circuit.

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What is resistance?

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Resistance is a measure of the opposition to the flow of electric current in a circuit.

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How does adding more resistors in series affect the total resistance?

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Adding more resistors in series increases the total resistance of the circuit.

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How does adding more resistors in parallel affect the total resistance?

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Adding more resistors in parallel decreases the total resistance of the circuit.