Question

Differentiate parallel and serial circuits.

Answer 1

1. Parallel circuits:

1. It is connected by branches.
2. Voltage remains the same across each component of the circuit
3. Each bulb is fully powered.
4. All bulbs stay lit if one goes out.

2. Serial circuits:

1. It consist of single loop connection.
2. Current remains same in all parts of the circuit.
3. All the bulbs share power.
4. All bulbs go out if one goes out.