Electrical Systems · Physical Science

Series and Parallel Arrangements

Comparing how different configurations of components affect the brightness of bulbs and battery life.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why does adding more bulbs in series make each bulb dimmer?
  2. 2How does a parallel circuit allow multiple appliances to work independently?
  3. 3What would happen to a house's lighting if all rooms were wired in series?

MOE Syllabus Outcomes

MOE: Electrical Systems - P5/P6
Level: Primary 6
Subject: Science
Unit: Electrical Systems
Period: Physical Science

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