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Physics-P5- (DIRECT AND ALTERNATING CURRENTS) Flashcards

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What is a direct current?

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There is always one negative, one positive current (constant current) and it is supplied by cells and/or batteries

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What is alternating current?

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It has alternating potential difference (one that changes from negative to positive etc.) therefore has alternate direction. Used in mains electricity

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