NODES
The term Node in an electrical circuit generally refers to a
connection or junction of two or more current carrying paths or
elements such as cables and components.
A Node in an electric circuit is defined as a point through which an
electric circuit element is connected. A junction where 2 or
more elements connect is called a node.
Branch in an Electric Circuit
A branch in an electric circuit is defined as a path between two
nodes in a circuit where a circuit element (resistor, capacitor,
galvanometer, etc.) is connected.
Branches are the connections between nodes.
Loop in an Electric Circuit
A loop is any closed path of an electric circuit formed by branches.
A simple closed path in a circuit in which no circuit element or node is
encountered more than once.