Construct series circuits.

Construction should include

• defining the characteristics of a series circuit
• calculating current, voltage, resistance, and power in a series circuit, using Ohm's law, Watt's law, and Kirchoff's law
• measuring resistance, voltage, and current in a series circuit
• identifying series circuits at home and in industry
• designing a series circuit for a practical application
• troubleshooting series circuits.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What is the relationship of resistors to total resistance in a series circuit?
• What characterizes a series circuit?
• What is the simplest series circuit used in the home?