Define the terms : i) Node ii) Branch iii) Loop iv) Mesh

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i) Node:  A point or junction where two or more elements of the network are connected together is called as node. 


ii) Branch: A part of an electric network which lies between two junctions or nodes is known as branch. 


iii) Loop: Any closed path in an electric circuit where each element or branch is traversed only once. 


iv) Mesh: A set of branches forming a closed path (same as loop) in an electric circuit. OR A loop that does not contain any other loop inside

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