Electricity and Circuits

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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 end-to-end, so there is only one path for the electric current to flow.

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What is a parallel circuit?

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A parallel circuit is a type of electrical circuit where each component has its own separate path for the electric current to flow.

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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 increases when more resistors are added in a series circuit.

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

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The total resistance decreases when more resistors are added in a parallel circuit.

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What is voltage?

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Voltage is the measure of potential energy per unit charge in an electrical circuit, often referred to as electric potential.

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What is current?

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Current is the flow of electric charge in a circuit, measured in amperes (A).

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What is resistance?

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Resistance is the opposition to the flow of electric current, measured in ohms (Ω).

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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.

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What is an open circuit?

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An open circuit is a broken circuit where the current cannot flow due to a gap or break in the path.

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What is a battery?

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A battery is a device that stores chemical energy and converts it into electrical energy.