Series & Parallel Circuits

Front

The unit used to measure current is _____

Back

amperes

Front

What is a switch's function in a circuit?

Back

turn on and off the flow of current

Front

In which circuit will there be the greatest resistance if the batteries and bulbs are identical?

Back

Circuit B

Front

Which circuit will still function if one light bulb goes out?

Back

B-Parallel

Front

In which circuit will the current (charge flow) be the greatest?

Back

Circuit A

Front

What is the unit of measurement for resistance?

Back

ohms

Front

What is the role of a resistor in a circuit?

Back

To limit the flow of current

Front

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

Back

The total resistance increases.

Front

What happens to the total current in a parallel circuit when more branches are added?

Back

The total current increases.

Front

What is the definition of voltage?

Back

The electrical potential difference between two points.