Question

State the condition for the flow of electric current in an electrical circuit.

Answer 1

1. An electric circuit is a closed path along which electric current flows.
2. Electric current can flow through a closed circuit or when the switch is ON.
3. An electric circuit consists of a source of electricity.
4. A key is always connected to an electrical circuit.
5. It consists of a voltmeter, ammeter bulb, etc., connected with connecting wires.
6. Electric current cannot flow through an open circuit or when the switch is OFF.
7. Hence, the electrical circuit must be a closed circuit so that electric current may pass through it.