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alternative current
Alternating current is produced by a type of generator called an alternator.
Direct current is produces by a generator called a dynamo, or by rectifying altenating current, or solar panels, or cells and batteries.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 8y agoA direct current flows only in one direction. Thus, for example, a battery or dry cell have one end marked as "+" and one end marked as "-", to indicate in which direction a current will flow.An alternating current - such as the usual household current - continuously changes direction. Thus, at one instance, the left side might be positive and the right side negative; about 1/100 of a second later, this is inverted. Household current typically flips around at 50 or 60 cycles per second (depending on the region), but that (the specific frequency) is not part of the definition of "alternating current" - it can change at just about any frequency.
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∙ 12y agoBy rotating a loop of wire inside a steady magnetic field.
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Did Thomas Edison want direct current or alternating current?
Direct Current. His opponent, Nikolas Testa, wanted Alternating Current.
Alternating current can be changed to direct current by?
by rectification
Would you expect to find direct or alternating current in the filament of a light bulb in your home the filament of a light bulb in a car the output of a battery charger?
Light bulb in the home - alternating current (A/C) Light bulb in a car - direct current (D/C) Output of a battery charger - direct current Input of a battery charger - usually alternating current
What did alternating electrical current effect in the 1920?
The introduction of alternating electrical current, in 1920, eliminated the need for a return wire. Alternating current, AC, replaced direct current, DC.
Which apparatus changes a direct current to alternating current?
An inverter or a motor-generator set.
Is your house alternating or direct current?
Alternating current. Direct current is used in batteries.
Which is better for transmission alternating current and direct current?
Alternating current is better than direct current for transmission.
Lightning carries Alternating current or Direct Current?
Power lines carry electricity as alternating current.
Would you expect to find an alternating or direct current in the secondary coil of a transformer?
An Alternating Voltage is induced in the secondary winding. When connected to an external load, you will have an alternating current.
Did Thomas Edison want direct current or alternating current?
Direct Current. His opponent, Nikolas Testa, wanted Alternating Current.
What converts direct current to alternating current?
To convert direct current to alternating current you need either an inverter or a motor-generator set.
Will a battery supply direct current or alternating current or ac?
direct current.
What is the fusing current?
alternating current and direct current
In electric terms what do the abbreviations AC and DC mean?
Its Alternate Current and Direct Current. I believe Angus Young got the idea for the band name when he say AC/DC on the bottom of his sisters sewing kit. Electric current can be direct current (DC) or alternating current (AC). Direct current such as the power from dry cells is characterized by a uniform direction of flow and amount (voltage) of electricity.
Was direct current or alternating current first?
direct came first
How does alternating current and direct current affect heating ventilation and airconditioning?
how dose alternating current and direct current affect heating, ventilation, and air conditioning
Which would make more shock the alternating current or direct current?
direct current
