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1
Q

What is parallel circuit?

A

When each component is separately connected to the positive and negative of the supply

2
Q

What happens if one component is removed or disconnected?

A

Hardly affect other components

3
Q

What are examples of uses of parallel circuits?

A

In cars
Un household electrics

(You are able to switch everything on and off separately)

4
Q

What Is the voltage like in parallel circuits?

A

All components get the full source of potential difference so it is the same across all components

5
Q

What does this mean for all identical bulbs connected in parallel?

A

They will all be the same brightness

6
Q

What is current like in parallel circuits?

A

Total current flowing around the circuit is equal to the total of all the currents through the separate components

7
Q

What happens at junctions?

A

Current either splits or rejoins

Total current going into a junction must equal the total amount of current leaving

8
Q

What happens If two identical components are connected in parallel?

A

The same current will flow through each component

9
Q

What is the exception in a parallel circuit?

A

Ammeters (always connected in series even in a parallel circuit)