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PAG7: Series and Parallel Circuits

Investigate current and potential difference in series and parallel circuits

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🔬 Equipment Required

  • Identical lamps or resistors (at least 3)
  • Ammeter
  • Voltmeter
  • Power supply (low voltage DC)
  • Connecting wires
  • Switches
  • Circuit board or breadboard

🦺 Safety Precautions

  • Use low voltage power supply only
  • Check circuit connections before switching on
  • Do not short circuit the power supply
  • Lamps may get hot during prolonged use

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About PAG7: Series and Parallel Circuits

PAG7: Series and Parallel Circuits is a required practical for OCR GCSE Physics. This practical investigate current and potential difference in series and parallel circuits

Students are expected to understand the method, identify and control variables, use appropriate equipment, analyse results, draw graphs, identify sources of error, suggest improvements, and consider safety precautions.

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