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For an electrical circuit to keep going, it cannot be interrupted. When the switch is adjusted, the electrical flow is interrupted. Move the switch again and the flow is restored. Without a switch a circuit is no longer considered a complete circuit. Simple fifth grade science.
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Is a switch in series with what it controls or in parallel?
An AC wall switch is in series within the parallel circuit of the overall house wiring.
The parts of a series circuit are wired one after another so the amount of curren is the?
There is no current at all in the series circuit until the last component is in place, and the order in which they're arranged in the series circuit has no effect on the magnitude of current.
How does a torch work-circuit?
A torch is simply a circuit containing a battery, a bulb and a switch. The three components are connected in series (one after the other) to form a loop. The switch simply completes the circuit so that power flows from the battery to the bulb.
How are parallel circuit lights better than series circuit lights using science facts?
In a parallel circuit, there are multiple paths for electricity to flow. So, if one switch is turned off there is still other paths for electricity to flow so the other lights can remain on. However, in a series circuit there is only one path for the electricity to travel. So, if the switch in a series circuit was turned off the electricity would stop flowing causing all the lights to go out.
What effect if any does connecting an ammeter in series with a resistor in a circuit have on the current though the resistor?
That depends on the quality (price) of the meter. Ideally it should have no effect.
How do you add a switch to a series circuit?
usually in series
Can series circuits work when a switch is open?
No. Since the switch is in series with the circuit, opening it blocks the current flow through the circuit, turning it off.
How does removing bulb or opening and closing the switch affect a series circuit?
Removing a bulb - or opening the switch - breaks the flow of current in a series circuit.
An example series circuit might be what?
A voltage or current source in series with a circuit breaker or fuse in series with a switch in series with a light bulb.
Why are series circuit used for most control circuit?
Because The opening of any switch in a series circuit will open the circuit and stop the flow of current to the load
How does a house use a series circuit?
The most common form of a series circuit in a house is a circuit breaker (optionally in series with an on-off switch) in series with a load, usually a light bulb.
Why it is often not practical to connect the electric components (example of lights) in series?
In a series circuit, if one of the light's filiments opens the bulb will go out, but along with that light every other device in the same circuit will stop operating.Think of an electric light circuit, in your home, that is controlled by a switch. When the switch is turned off the light goes out. This is an example of a series circuit where ithe switch is in series with the lamp.
What are all the components of active clamp circuit?
a switch and a capacitor which is connected in series with the switch
Is a switch in series with what it controls or in parallel?
An AC wall switch is in series within the parallel circuit of the overall house wiring.
How is a Series circuit used everyday?
A light switch is in series with the light bulb it controls.
What are series circuits used for in aircraft What is the advantage or disadvantages?
Any circuit that includes a switch (or other control - or measuring indicator) is a series circuit.
Where is a series circuit used on daily basis?
The on-off switch on your nightstand, which is connected in series with the lightbulb.
