Circuits Flashcards
1
Q
What is a series circuit?
A
A circuit with only one path for current to travel
2
Q
What is a parallel circuit?
A
A circuit with several different paths for current to travel
3
Q
In a series circuit, total voltage = ?
A
VT = V1 + V2
4
Q
In a series circuit, total current = ?
A
IT = I1 = I2
5
Q
In a series circuit, total resistance = ?
A
RT = R1 + R2
6
Q
In a parallel circuit, total voltage = ?
A
VT = V1 = V2
7
Q
In a parallel circuit, total current = ?
A
IT = I1 + I2
8
Q
In a parallel circuit, total resistance = ?
A
1/RT = 1/R1 + 1/R2
