Circuits Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What is an electrical current?
A
A source, a load, and wires in a close loop that allow current to flow.
2
Q
What are the different type of circuits?
A
- a short circuit
- a series circuit
- a parallel circuit
3
Q
What is a series circuit?
A
- A series circuit is a circuit in which current can only flow along one path.
4
Q
What is a parallel circuit
A
A parallel circuit is a circuit in that has at least one branch point where the current splits into two or more pathways.
