parallel circuit

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Noun parallel circuit has 1 sense

parallel circuit, shunt circuit - a closed circuit in which the current divides into two or more paths before recombining to complete the circuit
--₁ is a kind of closed circuit, loop

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Term: Parallel Circuit

Definition:

A parallel circuit is an electric circuit in which there are multiple pathways for the flow of electric current. In this circuit configuration, the components are connected side by side, allowing electricity to flow independently through each path simultaneously.

Example Sentences:

In a parallel circuit, if one component fails, the others continue to function without any interruption.
Parallel circuits are commonly used in household wiring to power different appliances simultaneously.
When adding additional lights to a parallel circuit, each new light bulb will receive the same voltage as the others.
A parallel circuit provides greater total resistance as compared to a series circuit.

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