Ohm’s Law in Series and Parallel Circuits (Grade 11 NSC Matric Physical Sciences): Quizzes
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What is the key difference between series and parallel circuits?
What is the key difference between series and parallel circuits?
Number of current paths available
How do you calculate equivalent resistance for resistors in series?
How do you calculate equivalent resistance for resistors in series?
Add all individual resistances
What formula is used for equivalent resistance in parallel circuits?
What formula is used for equivalent resistance in parallel circuits?
In parallel circuits, how does equivalent resistance compare to individual resistors?
In parallel circuits, how does equivalent resistance compare to individual resistors?
Always smaller than the smallest resistor
How does current behave in a series circuit?
How does current behave in a series circuit?
Same throughout all components
How does voltage behave across resistors in a parallel circuit?
How does voltage behave across resistors in a parallel circuit?
Same across all components
How does voltage behave across resistors in a series circuit?
How does voltage behave across resistors in a series circuit?
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