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If the current is 0.5 A and the battery supplies 6 joules of energy to each coulomb then will it supply only 3 joules per half coulomb ?
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Question about electric circuits ?
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In summary, an electric circuit is a closed loop path for the flow of electric current, consisting of a power source, conductors, and loads. The main components are a power source, conductors, and loads, with electricity flowing from the power source through the conductors and into the loads. The difference between series and parallel circuits is the way the components are connected, with series circuits having a single loop and parallel circuits having multiple branches. Voltage, current, and resistance can be calculated using Ohm's law or measured using a multimeter.
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Yes.Sam19KY said:
And please use proper font..
Bold text in the OP is considered shouting..[Mentor's note: Text formatting fixed in both the original post and this quote]
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1. What is an electric circuit?
An electric circuit is a closed loop path through which an electric current can flow. It consists of a power source, conductors, and loads that use the electrical energy to perform a task.
2. What are the components of an electric circuit?
The main components of an electric circuit include a power source (such as a battery or generator), conductors (wires) to carry the current, and loads (such as light bulbs or motors) that use the electrical energy.
3. How does electricity flow in a circuit?
Electricity flows from the power source, through the conductors, and into the loads. It then returns to the power source in a continuous loop. The flow of electricity is driven by the voltage difference between the positive and negative terminals of the power source.
4. What is the difference between series and parallel circuits?
In a series circuit, all components are connected in a single loop and the current flows through each component in sequence. In a parallel circuit, the components are connected in multiple branches and the current can flow through each branch simultaneously.
5. How do you calculate voltage, current, and resistance in a circuit?
According to Ohm's law, voltage (V) is equal to current (I) multiplied by resistance (R). This can be written as V = I x R. Voltage is measured in volts (V), current in amperes (A), and resistance in ohms (Ω). These values can be calculated using Ohm's law or measured using a multimeter.
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