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Conductors, Insulators and Semi-Conductors: Switches

Fig 1: Switches Circuit
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A Switch is a mechanical device used to start, stop or redirect current flow. A switch can be installed on the positive side of the circuit or the negative side of the circuit. A switch can be used to control a load device directly or used to operate a relay which in turn can operate a higher current device. (e.g. Headlight switch, Horn button and Window switch.)