Series and Parallel circuits Flashcards
What happens in a series circuit?
Same current passes through all components one after another.
How does increasing voltage affect current in a series circuit?
Increases the current.
How does increasing resistance affect current in a series circuit?
Makes the current smaller.
What does an ammeter do in a series circuit?
Measures the current through a resistor.
What does a domestic appliance fuse do?
Protects it by melting if the current is too large.
What happens to current in a parallel circuit?
Splits between 2 or more components.
What is the voltage in components in parallel?
They have the same voltage across them all.
Give 2 things that are connected in parallel and why?
Car headlights
Domestic Appliances
So they receive full voltage
Why are voltmeters placed in a parallel with appliances?
To measure the voltage across them
