Series and Parallel circuits

Question 1

What are the two ways that a component can be connected in a circuit

Answer 1

Series
Parallel

Question 2

How does the potential difference across two components vary when connected in series and parallel

Answer 2

Series:Total p.d is shared between each component

Parallel:P.d across each component is the same

Question 3

If two resistors are connected in paralllel what can be said about their total resistance

Answer 3

It’s less than the smallest of the two individual resistances

Question 4

If two resistors are connected in series what can be said about their total resistance

Answer 4

It is equal to the sum of the two individual resistances

Question 5

Describe the current in a series circuit

Answer 5

The current is the same at all positions since the charge only has one path to
follow

Question 6

Describe the current in a parallel circuit

Answer 6

The current is shared between the different branches
The charge splits when it reaches a junction

Question 7

How should u connect an ammeter in a circuit to measure current

Answer 7

they should be connected in series with the component that they are measuring current through

Question 8

How should u connect a voltmeter in a circuit to measure potential difference

Answer 8

They should be connected in parallel to the component that they are measuring the p.d of