Question

What is the two types of circuits?

Answer 1

There are two main types of electrical circuits:

1. Series Circuit

1. In a series circuit, all the components (like resistors, bulbs, etc.) are connected end-to-end in a single path.
   

1. Current: The same current flows through every component in the circuit.
   

1. Voltage: The total voltage of the battery or power source is divided among all components.
   

1. If one component fails or is disconnected, the entire circuit stops working.
   

2. Parallel Circuit

1. In a parallel circuit, the components are connected across common points, creating multiple paths for the current.
   

1. Current: The total current from the power source is divided among the different branches, but the current in each branch can be different.
   

1. Voltage: The voltage across each component in parallel is the same.
   

1. If one component fails, the rest of the circuit continues to work.
   

These two types of circuits are used in various applications based on the need for control, reliability, and power distribution.