Electric circuits can be represented through circuit diagrams that show components like cells, batteries, switches, resistors, and meters. Current is the flow of electric charge through a conductor. It is measured in amperes and calculated as charge over time. Resistance opposes current flow and is calculated as potential difference over current based on Ohm's law, which relates current, voltage, and resistance. Power is the rate of energy transfer and is calculated as current times voltage. Fuses protect circuits by melting when there is too much current.