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A very excellent and interesting question!
Unless things have changed, this has yet to be scientifically answered and proven as no one is yet able to tag an electron in order to view its motion (which is quite erratic and hair-brained).
There are two different directions that electrons can flow in a very basic circuit - Conventional Flow (from positive to negative i.e.Ground), and Electron Flow (from negative (i.e. ground) to positive).
In electronics theory, it really doesn't make a difference which method you choose. The math, formulas and equations will give you the same results either way.
I learned "old school", and I was trained using "Electron Flow Notation" - I've just always stuck with it over the years. Some of my friends however, have chosen to use the "Conventional Flow Notation". No matter what we calculate though, we always end up with the same results.
For all practical purposes, it's a matter of preference at the end of the day.
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∙ 13y agoElectrons flow from the negative (cathode) terminal of the voltage source, through the circuit, and towards the positive (anode) terminal of the voltage source.
Normal convention, however, is to show the current arrow leaving the anode and flowing towards the cathode. It does not matter which convention is used - so long as the math is consistent, the results will be the same.
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∙ 9y agoThey flow from negative to positive
From highest resistance to lowest resistance
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∙ 13y agoIn a circuit they flow opposite to the current, from the negative end of the power source tot he positive.
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∙ 11y agoDirect Current (current moving in one way)
Alternating Current (current moving in more then one way)
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What measures the volume of electrons through a circuit?
Current measures the flow of electrons through a circuit and voltage basically measure the amount of available electrons.
Can current flow in an incomplete circuit?
Maybe there's no voltage-source(AC or DC) because voltage is the one that motivates electrons to flow. It could be the connection of components in your circuit.
In a circuit the electrons flow from what side to what side?
Conventional electrons flow is understood to be flowing from a positive force a less positive force.
Does resistance flow through a circuit?
No. Resistance does not flow. Resistance is the characteristic of a material that resists the movement of electrons and thus the flow of electrical current.
Information sent as patterns and codes in the controlled flow of electrons through a circuit is a?
signal
In a circuit electric current is flow of?
It is a flow of electrons.
A closed path through which electrons can flow is?
A closed path through which electrons flow is known as a circuit.
What type of circuit allow electrons to flow constantly?
an open circuit allows electrons to flow constantly
How do circuit breakers keep the wire in an electrical circuit from overheating?
They reduce the flow of electrons.
Which way in a circuit does electricity flow?
It flows from higher potential to lower potential. simply opposite to direction of electrons flow...
What is the condition that limits the flow of electrons in an electric circuit is called?
what is all conditions which limit the flow of electrons in an electric circuit? A resistor
Why does an electric circuit that operates correctly need to be closed circuit?
In order to have the electricity or the flow or electrons going around the circuit, the circuit must be closed. If it is not closed then electrons cannot flow.
What is the flow of electrons around a circuit?
current :))))
Why can't electrons flow through an incomplete circuit but they can flow through a complete circuit?
Your question is its own answer.
Which device controls the flow of electrons in an electric circuit?
Flow of electricity in a circuit is controlled by using 'resistor'.
Why do electric circuits need to use conductors?
Without conductors, electrons do not flow where you want them to flow. An electrical circuit is a flow of electrons.
Is true if there is voltage in circuit there must be electrons flowing through the circuit.?
No. For electrons to flow, you need a current.
