Electric Circuits

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What type of circuit has multiple pathways for charges to flow?

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Parallel circuit.

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What type of circuit has only one pathway for charges to flow?

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Series circuit.

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What is required for a circuit to function properly?

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A complete conductive path (wires) back to the power source.

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What happens to devices in a series circuit if one device fails?

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All devices in the series will stop working.

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What happens to devices in a parallel circuit if one device fails?

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Other devices in the parallel circuit will continue to work.

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What is the role of a switch in an electric circuit?

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To open or close the circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.

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What is electrical resistance?

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

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What is the function of a battery in a circuit?

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To provide electrical potential (voltage) to drive the current.

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What is an alternating current (AC)?

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An electric current that reverses direction periodically.

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What is a direct current (DC)?

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An electric current that flows in one direction only.