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What are the differences between current in series circuits and current in parallel circuits?
In series circuits, the current flows through each component in a single path, while in parallel circuits, the current splits and flows through multiple paths. This means that the total current in a series circuit is the same throughout, while in a parallel circuit, the total current is divided among the branches.
Why plus and minus are indicated in dc circuits?
It means that the current flows in a specific direction.
What is a flow of a charged particle called?
The charged particle that flows through circuits is an electron.
What do open and closed circuits have in common?
Both open and closed circuits involve the flow of electric current. In an open circuit, the current is interrupted or stopped due to a gap in the circuit, while in a closed circuit, the current flows continuously through a complete loop of conductor.
What does current-carrying wire mean?
A current-carrying wire is a wire through which electric current flows. The wire serves as a medium for the flow of electrons, which carry the electric charge. It is an essential component in electrical circuits for delivering power to various devices.
What is the cause of voltage drop in electrical circuits?
Voltage drop in electrical circuits is caused by the resistance in the circuit components, such as wires, connections, and devices, which leads to a decrease in voltage as current flows through them.
What is the relationship between series and parallel circuits?
In a series circuit, the components are connected one after the other, so the same current flows through each component. In a parallel circuit, the components are connected in branches, so the voltage across each component is the same. Series circuits have a single path for current flow, while parallel circuits offer multiple paths for current to travel.
What type current flows from positive to negative?
The type of current that flows from positive to negative is called conventional current. This convention was established before the discovery of electrons and defines current as the flow of positive charge. In reality, electrons, which carry a negative charge, move from the negative terminal to the positive terminal, but conventional current still represents the flow of positive charge in circuits.
What are the 2 kind of circuit?
The two basic circuit types are series circuits and parallel circuits. In a series circuit, all the current flows through each component, and each one drops some of the applied voltage. In a parallel circuit, the applied voltage is dropped across each parallel component and current "splits" so some flows through each component.
What is the significance of impedance in electrical circuits and how does it affect the flow of current?
Impedance in electrical circuits is important because it measures the opposition to the flow of alternating current. It consists of resistance and reactance, which affect how current flows through a circuit. A higher impedance means there is more resistance to the current flow, which can limit the amount of current that can pass through the circuit. This can impact the efficiency and performance of the circuit.
Why is there no inductive reactance in DC circuits?
Inductive reactance is a resistance by inductors to the change of current flow, and is dependent on the frequency at which the current oscillates. DC current flows in only one direction so an inductor's impedance remains the same.
How does a picaxe work?
its to do with circuits,and it flows the electricity to the LEDS
