Parallel circuits

Question 1

How does potential difference work in a parallel circuit?

Answer 1

• All components get the maximum potential difference (the voltage of the battery)

Question 2

How does current work in a parallel circuit?

Answer 2

• Current is split between different loops in a parallel circuit
• The loops with higher resistance will get less current

Question 3

How does resistance work in a parallel circuit?

Answer 3

• The greater the number of components, the lower the overall resistance
• Adding extra pathways for the current to flow