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Combined Series and Parallel Circuits



Title Combined Series and Parallel Circuits
Description This inquiry lab is to be completed after initial series and parallel circuits concepts are first taught. Combining series and parallel concepts into one circuit is the next step. Ideally the students would attempt to solve the circuits first before constructing them virtually. However, the simulator will provide a visual aid for the students to better understand how and why the current ends up splitting at each junction.
Subject Physics
Level High School, Undergrad - Intro
Type Lab
Duration 60 minutes
Answers Included Yes
Language English
Keywords series parallel circuits electricity
Simulation(s) Circuit Construction Kit (DC Only), Circuit Construction Kit (DC Only), Virtual Lab

Author(s) Jeffrey Hsi
Contact Email jeffhsi@gmail.com
School / Organization Valley Stream South H.S.
Date submitted 4/4/14
Date updated 4/4/14

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