Simple Series
How many pathways can electricity travel in a simple series circuit?
One
If the switch is off, will the light bulb turn on?
No
How many pathways can electricity travel in a parallel series circuit?
More than one
A circuit is a _________ path where electricity can flow through.
Closed
If the switch is on, will the light bulb turn on?
Yes
What happens if I take out light bulb #1?
Light bulb #2 and #3 stay on
What happens if I take out light bulb #1?
Lightbulb #2 and #3 turn off
Why will the light not work when the switch is off?
There is a gap. The circuit is not closed
What happens if I take out light bulb #2?
Light bulbs #1 and #3 stay on
What happens if I take out light bulb #2?
Light bulb #1 stays on, Light bulb #3 turns off
What is an example of a simple series circuit?
Christmas lights
What happens if I take out light bulb #3?
Lights #1 and #2 stay on
What happens if I take out light bulb #3?
Light bulb #1 and #2 stay on
What is an example of a parallel series circuit?
House
Why do the lights stay on if I take any light bulbs out?
The other light bulbs still have access to electricity