Series Circuits
Students analyze the properties of series circuits, calculating total resistance, current, and voltage distribution.
Key Questions
- Explain how current and voltage are distributed in a series circuit.
- Analyze the effect of adding more resistors in series on the total resistance.
- Predict the voltage drop across individual components in a series circuit.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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