Series & parallel circuits (Edexcel GCSE Physics Combined Science): Quizzes
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What defines a series circuit?
What defines a series circuit?
All components in a single loop
What happens if one component fails in a series circuit?
What happens if one component fails in a series circuit?
The entire circuit is broken
How does current vary at different points in a series circuit?
How does current vary at different points in a series circuit?
It is the same everywhere
Which device measures current and in what unit?
Which device measures current and in what unit?
Ammeter in amperes
A cell powers two identical lamps in series. What is the voltage across each lamp?
A cell powers two identical lamps in series. What is the voltage across each lamp?
In a series circuit with voltages , , across components, what is ?
In a series circuit with voltages , , across components, what is ?
What defines a parallel circuit?
What defines a parallel circuit?
Multiple paths for charge flow
What happens if one branch fails in a parallel circuit?
What happens if one branch fails in a parallel circuit?
Other branches continue to work
How is total current related to branch currents in a parallel circuit?
How is total current related to branch currents in a parallel circuit?
Total is the sum of branch currents
A parallel circuit has total current and three identical branches. Current per branch?
A parallel circuit has total current and three identical branches. Current per branch?
How does voltage compare across branches in a parallel circuit?
How does voltage compare across branches in a parallel circuit?
It equals the power source voltage