What is the difference between Open and Closed circuits?

Last updated at August 14, 2026 by

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Open circuit Closed circuit
It is not a closed and continuous path It is a closed and continuous path
Electric current doesn't flow in an open circuit Electric current flows in a closed circuit
The key in an open circuit is shown as ( ) The key in a closed circuit is shown as (.)

 

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