What is electric current?
GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
Electric current is the flow of electric charge through a conductor, such as a wire. It occurs when electrons move from one point to another, creating a continuous stream of electrical energy. Current flows from a region of higher potential (positive terminal) to lower potential (negative terminal) in a circuit. The movement of these charged particles is what powers electrical devices, from light bulbs to smartphones. Current can only flow in a complete circuit, which is why switches work by breaking or completing the path for electron flow.
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