Electrical components, like motors close motorA device which spins when current flows through it. Motors are used in fans, food processors and many other devices. and lamps close lampA component ...

Many introductory books on electricity try to relate voltage to water pressure, electric current to water flow, and resistance to changes in pipe volume.

Learn about the roles of each component in an electrical circuit with these interactive learning resources for KS2 Science students aged 7-11 from BBC Bitesize.

Current is the motion of electrical charge from higher voltage to lower voltage. Completing or closing a circuit creates an electrical connection that allows current to flow.