P3.2.2 - Series and parallel circuits Flashcards
1
Q
How do you measure the current in a circuit?
A
With an ammeter
2
Q
What does a voltmeter measure?
A
It is used the measure the potential difference between 2 points in a circuit
3
Q
How many loops does a series circuit have?
A
One
4
Q
How many loops does a parallel circuit have?
A
More than one
5
Q
What is the current in every component in series?
A
The same
6
Q
What is the total resistance in series?
A
The sum of all the component resistance
7
Q
What is p.d like in series?
A
It is shared across the components
8
Q
What is p.d like in parallel?
A
It is the same across the components
9
Q
What is the current in every component in parallel?
A
It is shared across the components
