Series circuit
Definition
A series circuit is a circuit where the components are connected in a single path, so the current flows through each component one after another.
Related terms
Voltage Divider: A voltage divider is a series circuit that divides the total voltage across multiple resistors.
Ohm's Law: Ohm's Law states that the current flowing through a conductor is directly proportional to the voltage applied across it and inversely proportional to its resistance.
Total Resistance: In a series circuit, the total resistance is equal to the sum of individual resistances.
"Series circuit" appears in:
Subjects (1)
AP Physics C: E&M
Study guides (1)
AP Physics 2 - 4.3 Resistance and Capacitance
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