Question

directions: answer the following questions on the lines provided. 16. how are series and parallel circuits similar? how are they different? 17. what are two ways an electric shock can harm the body?

Explanation:

For the first question, both series and parallel circuits are electrical circuits that allow the flow of electric current. In series circuits, components are connected end - to - end and the current is the same throughout. In parallel circuits, components are connected across common points and the voltage is the same across each branch. For the second question, electric shock can harm the body by causing muscle contractions that can lead to injury like bone fractures from involuntary movements, and it can also damage the heart's electrical system, potentially causing arrhythmias or cardiac arrest.

Answer:

1. Similarity: Both are electrical circuits for current flow. Difference: In series, current is same throughout and components are end - to - end; in parallel, voltage is same across branches and components are across common points.
2. 1. Causes muscle contractions leading to injury. 2. Damages heart's electrical system causing arrhythmias or cardiac arrest.