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momomo_mo
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HI everyone
I am confused by the terms nodes ,loop and branches which applied to the circuit.
I am confused by the terms nodes ,loop and branches which applied to the circuit.
A node in a circuit refers to a point where two or more circuit elements are connected. It can also be thought of as a junction or intersection in the circuit where current can flow in different directions.
A loop in a circuit is a closed path that starts and ends at the same node. It includes a series of circuit elements connected in a loop, allowing current to flow continuously without interruption.
Nodes and loops are closely related in a circuit. A node is the junction point where multiple loops intersect, while a loop is a closed path that starts and ends at the same node.
A branch in a circuit refers to a single path or section of the circuit that connects two nodes. It can also be thought of as a single element in the circuit, such as a resistor or capacitor.
Branches and nodes are connected in a circuit in that each branch must be connected to at least two nodes to create a closed loop. The number of branches in a circuit will always be one more than the number of nodes.