Question

Why is an ammeter connected in series in a circuit? What happens when an ammeter is placed in parallel
with a circuit element?​

Answer 1

Hey Mate...

The answer to your question is

An ammeter is connected in series with the circuit because the purpose of the ammeter is to measure the current through the circuits. The ammeter is a low impedance device connecting it in parallel with the circuit would cause a short circuit hence , damaging the ammeter and/or the circuit

Hope it helps you.....

Answer 2

Answer:

ammeter used for measuring minor current flow in circuits...we always connected in series because of perfect measuring current flow...ammeter main purpose also measure accurate current flow in a circuit...If incase we connect in parallel... our aim is not fulfilled and ammeter low resistance also couldn't bare it..and ammeyer may damage..

hope it helps you