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What is an example of an electrical system that uses a parallel circuit?
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
Most Xmas lights nowadays are wired in parallel. The reason being
if one bulb fails the remaining lights stay on.
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All of the lights in your house are in parallel.
All of the wall-outlets in your house are in parallel.
All of the lights, wall outlets, and everything plugged into the wall,
are all in parallel. They're also most likely in parallel with everything
in the houses of your neighbors on both sides of your house.
Wiki User
∙ 9y ago
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∙ 14y agoA good example would be a number of electrical outlets wired to a single circuit breaker. The receptacles are said to be wired in parallel. If you plug in a toaster, a lamp, and a hair dryer, they would all receive the same voltage from the breaker. Unplugging the toaster would not affect the other two appliances. This is one of the main attributes of a parallel circuit.
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoA parallel circuit have two or more paths, from which current is distributed in different paths, the point from which current is distributed is called NODE point and the amount of current depends upon the resistance of path. A path which has less resistance can have more current to flow.
Current is distributed in parallel circuit and voltage remains same across all paths connected in parallel.
Wiki User
∙ 14y agoAll of the outlet-powered electrical devices in your house ... all the lights, TVs, plug-in radios, electric clocks,
stereo, VCR, DVD player, computers, washing machine, hair dryer, table saw, ceiling fans, refrigerator, freezer,
electric heater, blender, food processor, cellphone charger, microwave oven ... they're all connected in parallel
across the service drop running from the utility pole to the electric meter and then into your house.
ayaan mohsin
There are many examples to the word parallel circuit one of which is a wiring system of a house. It is one of the main examples of parallel circuit
ayaan mohsin
An example of a parallel circuit is a wiring circuit of a house. It is one of the main examples out of many.
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∙ 15y agoXmas lights.
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What happens if a light blows in a parallel circuit?
The rest of the lights in the system will remain illuminated. Except in that branch of the circuit. The parallel branch(s) get more current if the voltage potential remains the same.
What is clean earthing system?
A clean earthing system is a circuitry that connects the electric circuit to the ground. This defines the electrical conductors to the Earth's conductive surface.
Why is a parallel circuit used in a household wiring?
In a parallel circuit, if one component gets removed from the circuit, the rest of the components remain undisturbed. If a light bulb burns out in a series circuit, the rest of the components in that circuit will go out with it. But if it were in a parallel circuit, only the light bulb would go out.
What is the difference between disconnect switch and circuit breaker?
A circuit breaker is an automatically-operated electrical switch designed to protect an electrical circuit from damage caused by overload or short circuit. Its basic function is to detect a fault condition and, by interrupting continuity, to immediately discontinue electrical flow.The term switchgear, used in association with the electric power system, or grid, refers to the combination of electrical disconnects, fuses and/or circuit breakers used to isolate electrical equipment. Switchgear is used both to de-energize equipment to allow work to be done and to clear faults downstream.
What is the advantage of a parallel circuit over a series circuit?
In a parallel circuit the failure of one bulb reduces the light of that one bulb. In a series circuit the failure of any bulb causes all bulbs to stop producing light because the circuit itself fails. A break in a series circuit stops the current flow to the whole circuit. A break in a parallel circuit stops the flow only in that parallel branch, not the whole circuit. This independence from system loss by one failure is a parallel advantage.
What body system is similar to an electrical circuit?
blood circulatory system is similar to an electric circuit
What makes an electrical circuit a system?
it has a battery
What are dual electrical circuits?
Dual electrical circuits refer to a system or setup where there are two separate and independent electrical circuits operating in parallel. This is commonly used in residential and commercial buildings to provide redundancy and ensure reliable power supply. Each circuit functions independently, allowing for distribution of electrical load and minimizing the risk of total power loss in case of a failure in one circuit.
How is a electrical circuit like a system?
it all connects
Why is the earthing system drawing current?
There is a short circuit somewhere in the electrical system.
What do you call the flow of electricity in an electrical system?
a closed circuit
Does a battery operated toy have a parallel circuit?
Yes, a battery operated toy has a parallel circuit - the battery is in parallel with the toy. In fact, this is true for any system where there is a single equivalent source and a single equivalent load. While it is true that this is also a series circuit, by Kirchoff's current and voltage laws a simple series circuit is also a simple parallel circuit.
What is the difference between electric and electrical?
Pronunciation. An electrical circuit is the exact same as the electric system.
How is 120 VAC electrical system wired?
This is the type of system in a typical residence. Each breaker controls a separate circuit and all devices are wired in parallel. Each system would be designed for the specific application, including how many amps were available for the specific installation.
What is the unit of load?
The unit of load or the power used in an electrical circuit is usually watt hours. In a mechanical system, load is force (pounds or newtons, for example).
What is the function of fuse in automotive application?
Same as any fuse in an electrical system- to protect components in the electrical system from damage in an overload or short circuit.
What happens if a light blows in a parallel circuit?
The rest of the lights in the system will remain illuminated. Except in that branch of the circuit. The parallel branch(s) get more current if the voltage potential remains the same.
