Electric Current Applications
Some of the applications of electric current are that it is used to operate electrical devices and used in transports, electronic devices like mobiles, refrigerators etc.
Applications of Direct Current
The below are some applications of direct current.
- DC is used in devices that uses batteries like calculators, toys.
- DC motors use direct current.
- Electronic circuits mostly use direct current.
Applications of Alternating Current
The below are some applications of alternating current.
- AC is used in domestic electronic devices.
- Different motors like induction motor, single phase motors operate on AC.
- Lights like LED bulbs, and other lighting devices use AC.
Types of Current
The movement of charged particles within a conducting medium is generally referred to as current. The term “charged particles” in relation to electricity primarily refers to electrons. The conducting material’s atoms have free electrons that can travel from one atom to another. The electrons move in a random manner. Alternating and direct current are the two main forms of current.
In alternating current, the current’s direction is reversed, whereas in direct current, electrons flow in one direction. In batteries, you can find direct current. In a battery, the electron always moves from the negative side to the positive side. Alternating current, on the other hand, can be used in televisions, kitchen appliances, etc.
Table of Content
- What is Current?
- Various Types of Current
- Direct Current
- Alternating Current
- Steady Current
- Varying Current
- Instantaneous Current
- Electric Current Applications