Question

2. Write one difference between:
a. open and closed circuit ​

Answer 1

Answer:

open circuit - an electrical circuit that is not complete.

closed circuit - a complete path between the positive and negative terminals of its power source

Answer 2

Explanation:

An open circuit is one where the continuity has been broken by an interruption in the path for current to flow. A closed circuit is one that is complete, with good continuity throughout. A device designed to open or close a circuit under controlled conditions is called a switch.

The following conditions can exist in any given circuit: open – no current can flow. closed – current is flowing. shorted – current is flowing through a shorter path and load in the circuit is bypassed.