Series Circuit Exit Ticket

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What is a series circuit?

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A series circuit is a type of electrical circuit in which components are connected end-to-end in a single path, so the same current flows through all components.

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

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If one component fails in a series circuit, the entire circuit is broken, and current cannot flow, causing all components to stop working.

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What is an open circuit?

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An open circuit is a circuit that is not complete, meaning there is a break in the path for current to flow, resulting in no current flow.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A closed circuit is a complete electrical circuit through which current can flow without interruption.

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What role does a battery play in a circuit?

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A battery provides the electrical energy needed to push current through the circuit.

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What is the function of a switch in a circuit?

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A switch is a device that can open or close a circuit, controlling the flow of electricity.

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How does adding more bulbs in a series circuit affect the brightness?

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Adding more bulbs in a series circuit decreases the brightness of each bulb because the total resistance increases, reducing the current.

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What is the effect of cutting a wire in a series circuit?

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Cutting a wire in a series circuit breaks the circuit, stopping the flow of electricity and causing all components to turn off.

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What is the relationship between voltage, current, and resistance in a circuit?

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According to Ohm's Law, the relationship is defined as V = I × R, where V is voltage, I is current, and R is resistance.

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What happens to the total resistance in a series circuit when more resistors are added?

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The total resistance in a series circuit increases as more resistors are added.