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Changing circuits

Changing circuits

1. Circuits

  • A circuit always needs a power source, such as a battery, with wires connected to both the positive (+) and negative (-) ends.
  • A circuit can also contain other electrical components, such as bulbs, buzzers or motors, which allow electricity to pass through.
  • Electricity will only travel around a circuit that is complete, i.e. has no gaps.


Incomplete circuit
Complete circuit

 

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