Electrical circuit

Definition

An electrical circuit is a closed loop through which electric current flows. It consists of components such as wires, resistors, capacitors, and switches that are connected together to allow the flow of electricity.

Related terms

Voltage: The force or pressure that pushes electric charges through a circuit.

Resistance: The property of a material that opposes the flow of electric current.

Capacitor: A component in a circuit that stores electrical energy temporarily.