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circuit

An electrical power source, such as a battery, connected to one or more electrical components, allowing the flow of electric current in a closed loop.

<p>An electrical power source, such as a battery, connected to one or more electrical components, allowing the flow of electric current in a closed loop.</p>
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open circuit

A type of circuit that is not complete, preventing the flow of electric current due to a break or disconnection.

<p>A type of circuit that is not complete, preventing the flow of electric current due to a break or disconnection. </p>
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closed circuit

A complete circuit that allows electric current to flow without interruption through the electrical components.

<p></p><p>A complete circuit that allows electric current to flow without interruption through the electrical components.</p>
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series circuit

Circuit in which components are connected end-to-end, so that the current flows through each one after the other (only ONE path)

<p>Circuit in which components are connected end-to-end, so that the current flows through each one after the other (only ONE path)</p>
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parallel circuit

Circuit where components are connected across common points, providing multiple paths for current to flow, allowing each component to operate independently.

<p>Circuit where components are connected across common points, providing multiple paths for current to flow, allowing each component to operate independently. </p>
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battery

A device that converts chemical energy into electrical energy, providing power to electrical circuits.

<p>A device that converts chemical energy into electrical energy, providing power to electrical circuits. </p>
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load

An electrical component that consumes electricity, converting it into other forms of energy such as light, heat, or motion.

<p>An electrical component that consumes electricity, converting it into other forms of energy such as light, heat, or motion. </p>