Electric Circuits
Definition
Electric circuits are pathways through which electricity flows. They consist of components such as wires, resistors, capacitors, and batteries connected in a closed loop.
Analogy
Think of an electric circuit as a water pipe system in your house. The pipes represent wires carrying electricity, while components like faucets and showers act as resistors or devices that use the electricity.
Related terms
Voltage: The electric potential difference between two points in a circuit, which causes the flow of current.
Current: The rate at which electric charge flows through a circuit, measured in amperes (A).
Resistance: A property of a material or component that opposes the flow of electric current.
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