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When a switch is closed the path through the circuit is continuous.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 13y agoIf there are multiple paths, the electricity will not stop, it still has power. If there is only one circuit in the path then the electricity will turn off and you will have no power.
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∙ 6y agoWhen a light switch is opened the circuit is broken and the light goes out.
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When a circuit is opened what happens?
Nothing. An open circuit means no current is flowing. When the circuit is closed, current flows, the filament of the bulb is heated by the current and glows, giving off light. But when the circuit is open, nothing happens.
What happens if you move a switch and the circuit wires are not all connected?
When a switch is open (wires not connected) it is considered off. When a switch is closed it is considered on. If you move a switch and the wires are not connected the the circuit is open and current cannot run throughout the circuit to power the device.
What happens if the switch is open in a parallel circuit?
It shouldn't. Your house wiring is a series- parallel circuit.
What does a push switch do in a circuit?
it starts a circuit by connecting the circuit and the initials are ptm and its a spdt switch
If an insulator with a lamp is connected in a electrical circuit The switch is turned-on What happens?
Please re define "If an insulator with a lamp"
What happens when a switch in a series circuit is opened?
it prevents electricity to flow. i hope that is right
When a switch in an electrical circuit is turned off what will happen?
Closing a switch in an electrical circuit will complete the circuit. The supply voltage will then be applied to that circuit, and current will flow through that circuit.
What happens when a switch is in a circuit is opened?
it prevents electricity to flow. i hope that is right
What does it mean when the circuit is opened?
Its means there is no continuity between point Ato point B. Ex. A light switch : When the switch is off it opens the circuit and electricity does not get to the light, when the switch is on the circuit is closed and the light will turn on.
What happens to an electric current at a light switch?
When an electrical switch is in the off position, the circuit is interrupted. When the switch is on, the circuit is open and complete.
When a circuit is opened what happens?
Nothing. An open circuit means no current is flowing. When the circuit is closed, current flows, the filament of the bulb is heated by the current and glows, giving off light. But when the circuit is open, nothing happens.
Why is it important for the switch of the circuit to be opened at the start?
maybe because its a rule or law...
What is the switch on a overload?
to protect the source from overloading a switch can be opened as a circuit breaker, fuse, overload protection schemes
What happens whena switch in a circuit is opened?
When a switch is opened (turned off) the circuit is broken and the electricity stops flowing, lights and other devices cease to work. Once the switch is turned on (closed) the electricity will once more flow and lights and other devices will work once more. A good example is when you enter a dark room. You switch on the wall switch, which turns on the light in the room, and you can see what you are doing.
What will happen to the charges in a circuit when they travel through a source?
When the switch is opened, the charge will drop to zero.
What happens when a switch in a current is opened?
current through the switch become 0.and switch become a high value resistor.
What happens when a switch a current is opened?
current through the switch become 0.and switch become a high value resistor.
