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An open circuit is called open because the circuit has an opening, a disconnection. In other words, there is an open space in the circuit in which the electrons cannot move through.
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What is the type of circuit called when it has an conductor a switch a electric cell a resistor?
it is called a circuit and when it is closed is called a closed circuit and when open circuit it is called an open circuit
What is a break in an electrical circuit called?
A break in an electric circuit is called an open circuit. Electric current will not flow through an open circuit.
A loop with a break in it that prevents current from flowing is called?
an open circuit.
What is a circuit in which electricity doesn't flow called?
In a lighting circuit an open circuit will turn off the light.
What is the circuit called when it is disconnected?
open
What is the symbol for a open circuit?
When a circuit is in off condition then it is called an open circuit..
What is through a discontinuous circuit which no current can flow?
meaning that the current from your power source doesn't return to the positive end (electricity flows from - negative, to + positive)
What is a circuit called if its operating and the current is flowing?
This is called a closed circuit. If current was not flowing, it would be open.
When inductor is called short circuit and open circuit?
In DC inductor is short circuited .
What is a circuit path called that has a break in it preventing current from flowing?
That's an "open" circuit.
What is a device used to open and close an electric circuit?
The device is called a switch.
What is two or more electrical components connected together called?
Two or more electrical components connected together is called a circuit. Depending on how components are connected, it is either an open circuit, closed circuit, or a short circuit.
