Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program
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Author: Paul G. Hewitt
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Chapter 34, Problem 8A
Does charge flow through a circuit or into a circuit?
Expert Solution & Answer
To determine
To Explain: Whether charge flow through a circuit or into a circuit.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
The flow of charges per unit time is called current. Charges flow when there is a difference between the electric potential of the two ends of the conducting wire.
A conductor constitutes free charges and thus, gives free path for current to pass through circuit.
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