How Circuits Work

Written by James Roland

Part of the Connect with Electricity series

Discover the secrets of circuits powering everything from homes to satellites.

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40 pages

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Uncover the mysteries of electric circuits and their vital role in powering our world. From the smallest gadgets to vast satellites, learn how energy flows through power sources, conducting paths, and loads. What makes these invisible pathways so essential? Dive into the science behind the electricity that fuels our daily lives and explore the fascinating journey of electrons as they bring devices to life. This exploration reveals the unseen forces at work, sparking curiosity about the technology that surrounds us. How do these circuits transform energy into the power we rely on every day?

From the publisher

Have you ever wondered how electricity powers your home or school? What about how that electricity travels? In any device that uses electricity, inside is a small path called a circuit through which electricity travels. Whether we see them in these devices or not, circuits are constantly at work. But how do circuits work? How were they invented? Explore the key concepts that make up a circuit, including the power source, conducting path, and load. Learn how circuits power devices of all sizes, from computers to the lights in your home to satellites in outer space!

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