key term - Series circuit

Definition

A series circuit is a circuit where the components are connected in a single path, so the current flows through each component one after another.

Related terms

Voltage Divider: A voltage divider is a series circuit that divides the total voltage across multiple resistors.

Ohm's Law:

Ohm's Law states that the current flowing through a conductor is directly proportional to the voltage applied across it and inversely proportional to its resistance.

Total Resistance:

In a series circuit, the total resistance is equal to the sum of individual resistances.