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One path or many?

One path or many?

Comparison of a series circuit with one loop and a parallel circuit with two branches, showing current and potential difference rules A circuit is a complete conducting loop that lets charge flow. Series circuits have one route for current, while parallel circuits have separate branches.

Series and parallel circuits Lesson

  1. GCSE
  2. /Combined Science
  3. /Series and parallel circuits

Step-by-step lessons covering AQA GCSE Combined Science Series and parallel circuits for Foundation and Higher tier. Each lesson works through exam-style questions.

Lessons

Current, potential difference and resistanceSeries and parallel circuitsDomestic uses and safetyEnergy transfers