Parallel Circuits Flashcards
1
Q
In a truly parallel circuit, generally each loop will only contain a single ______. That means if any particular ______ breaks, it still means the overall circuit is still intact
A
component, component
2
Q
In a parallel circuit, how is voltage distributed?
A
Each component receives the full source of potential difference
3
Q
In a parallel circuit, how is current distributed?
A
It is shared between the components
4
Q
In a parallel circuit, loops that have a ________ resistance will take a ______ share of current
A
higher, lower
5
Q
Calculating total resistance in parallel circuit
A
1/Total Resistance = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3….
OR SIMPLY
Rec. of Total Resistance = Addition of individual rec. resistances