resistors in series and parallel Flashcards
1
Q
what is the trend between resistors in series circuits?
A
resistance of resistors adds together
2
Q
why does resistance add up in series circuits?
A
because current has to bypass each resistor, not just one
3
Q
what is the trend between resistors in parallel circuits?
A
total resistance of two resistors in parallel is less than resistance of smallest individual resistor
4
Q
in parallel circuits, why is total resistance of 2 resistors in parallel less than resistance of smallest individual resistor?
A
because with the 2 resistors in parallel, we have two pathways current can take, this means more current will flow through circuit
