how many pathways can be found in a series circuit
There are two ways that items are connected along a circuit: in series or in parallel. A parallel circuit connects devices along branched pathways, which provides separate paths for the electrons to flow. A series circuit connects devices in series, providing one single pathway for electron movement. We'll explore parallel circuits in detail in another lesson. For now, we'll focus on how series circuits work to power devices. A Single Pathway. Think of a series circuit like going through airport security. In order to get to your plane, you have to stop at a series of checkpoints and do so in a certain order.