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What is an example of an electrical system that uses a parallel circuit?

Most Xmas lights nowadays are wired in parallel. The reason being if one bulb fails the remaining lights stay on. ================================== 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.


What would be a parallel circuit in your house?

== == A Parallel circuit is one where the current flows in several circuits (or 'branches') at the same time.In the house, the Main Breaker box (or fuse panel) is connected to the city's power lines. The current flows through the main circuit breaker and is then split into 2 or more circuits each of which is protected by its own circuit breaker.Envision a water pipe that is mounted horizontally in the attic. The pipe has 10 one inch holes cut into it, into these holes are fitted 10 one inch pipes that let water flow through each one as required (such as when the toilet is flushed, or the kitchen sink faucet is turned on).So, coming out of the Main Breaker box are several cables (each protected by its own smaller breaker), each going to a separate room, or area (outdoor patio, or detached garage).The reason for parallel electrical circuits is to limit the amount of current in each cable. If there was only one cable for the entire house, all of the current for every electrical device in the house would have to flow through the same cable, as opposed to each room (or area) having its own cable and only using as much current as is required for that room.I hope this helps, if so, please 'Recommend Contributor', and reply to this answer for more info, or a more detailed explanation.


How much current will a 120-V wall outlet push through a 20-ohm circuit?

6


If you measure the current coming from a wall outlet in your house will it give the same reading the meter uses to compute your home energy use?

No. Current does not come from a wall outlet unless the wall outlet is part of a complete circuit.


No power in three wall receptacles. Replaced circuit breaker. Still no power. How to fix?

With electricity, once you have tried the circuit breakers, it is safest to get a qualified electrician to fix the problem......electricity is dangerous if you do not know what you are doing.

Related Questions

Is tv parallel or series circuit?

The outlets in your house are in parallel with each other. If your question is is your TV in series with something else plugged into your house, it is not, it is in parallel (since your house wiring is in parallel). The giveaway for series or parallel circuits is if you remove one element in a series circuit, you will kill all other elements. In a parallel circuit, there shouldn't be a noticeable difference. For example, if you have a surge protector plugged into your wall, and a lamp plugged into your wall, and your TV and DVD player are plugged into the surge protector: The surge protector is in SERIES with your TV and DVD player The surge protector is in PARALLEL with your lamp The DVD player and TV are in PARALLEL


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.


Is wiring in your house a parallel or series circuit?

Houshold circuits, like all non-trivial circuits, are wired in series-parallel. Switches are in series with loads. Loads, and switches with loads as combined units, are in parallel with each other.


What things at home use a parallel circuit?

Christmas tree lightsEvery AC outlet in the house is in parallel with every other outlet.Everything in your house that's plugged in to the wall is in parallel.


What kind of circuit provides a path for current to wall sockets and appliances in a home?

A parallel circuit provides a path for current to flow to wall sockets and appliances in a home. In a parallel circuit, each device is connected in a separate branch from the power source, allowing current to flow independently to each device. This setup allows appliances to operate independently and provides a safety feature where one device can still operate if another fails.


List three uses for a series circuit and three uses for a parallel circuit?

Series circuit uses: Christmas lights, where failure of one light does not affect the others. Flashlights, providing a constant voltage to the bulb. String of diodes, ensuring that current flows in only one direction. Parallel circuit uses: Home electrical wiring, allowing multiple devices to operate independently. Battery-powered devices, ensuring each component receives the full voltage. Wall outlets, enabling multiple appliances to be plugged in simultaneously.


What is an example of an electrical system that uses a parallel circuit?

Most Xmas lights nowadays are wired in parallel. The reason being if one bulb fails the remaining lights stay on. ================================== 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.


Where do we see parallel circuits in everyday life?

Every electrical device plugged into a wall-socket in your house, as well as every socket with nothing plugged into it, is in parallel with every other one. The only series-wired electrical devices in your house are the light-switches.


How to put wall plugs in effectively and securely?

To put wall plugs in effectively and securely, follow these steps: Use a drill to create a hole in the wall that is slightly smaller than the wall plug. Insert the wall plug into the hole, ensuring it is flush with the wall surface. Use a screwdriver to insert the screw into the wall plug, securing it in place. Tighten the screw until it is firmly in place, but be careful not to overtighten as this can damage the wall plug. Repeat the process for any additional wall plugs needed. By following these steps, you can effectively and securely put wall plugs in place for hanging items on your walls.


If two planes are parallel a line in one plane is parallel to a line in the other plane?

if there are two planes, and they are parallel, then i would assume that their lines are parallel too. so yeh yeh a line in one plane is parallel to a line in the other plane...since they are parallel(:ha * * * * * No. Consider yourself in a cuboid room. The wall in front of you and the wall behind you are parallel planes. There is a line on the wall behind you that goes vertically, from the floor to the ceiling. There is a line on the wall in front of you that goes horizontally from left to right. These two lines are on parallel planes, but the lines are NOT parallel. So, (: ha to the person who answered the question previously!


What phone does Homer Simpson have?

He has a phone that plugs into the wall.


What types of wall plugs are suitable for hanging heavy objects on drywall?

Toggle bolts and anchor screws are suitable wall plugs for hanging heavy objects on drywall.