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Parallel circuit


A parallel circuit is an electrical circuit with multiple paths for electricity to flow, as opposed to a series circuit where there is only one path. In a parallel circuit, the voltage across each branch is the same, but the current varies. 

Here are some characteristics of parallel circuits: 

    • Current

      The current splits into different branches, then recombines before returning to the power supply. The total current supplied by the source increases as the number of branches increases. 

  • Resistance

    The overall resistance of a parallel circuit can be calculated using the reciprocal equation: 1/RT = 1/R1 + 1/R2 + 1/R3. 

  • Fault tolerance

    If one component fails in a parallel circuit, the remaining components can continue to function. For example, if one light bulb in a parallel circuit burns out, the other bulbs will still work. 

  • Voltage
    The working voltage of a parallel combination of capacitors is limited by the smallest working voltage of any individual capacitor. 

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