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What does an electric current always follow?
The path of least resistance.
What is the difference between electricmotor and generator?
Here are the main differences between an electric motor and an electric generator: Functionality: Electric motors convert electrical energy into mechanical or kinetic energy, whereas electric generators convert mechanical energy into electrical energy. Usage: Electric motors are used in fans, mixers, washing machines, and other household appliances, whereas electric generators are used as power backup during outages, in construction sites, mining areas, and agriculture. Fleming’s Rule: Electric motors follow Fleming’s left-hand rule, whereas electric generators follow Fleming’s right-hand rule. Principle: The working principle of a motor is based on the current-carrying conductor, whereas the working principle of a generator is based on electromagnetic induction. Current: In motors, the current has to be supplied to armature windings, whereas in generators, armature windings produce current. EMF: Electric motors give out back EMF, whereas electric generators produce induced EMF.
How dangerous is electricity?
About as dangerous as a kitchen knife. Both are very useful, but in inexperienced hands, or used carelessly, can kill you or someone else. Bottom line - If you are going to work around electricity, get the proper training! If you are using electric appliances, read, understand, and follow the instructions.
How many amps does a 1 hp electric motor pull under a load?
T430.247 of the NEC shows that a 1 hp motor operating at full load on 115v will draw 16 amps, called Full Load Current (FLC). Conductors supplying this motor are required to be 125% of FLC which is 20 amps. Motor circuits are complicated things and do not follow the rules of other circuits. This motor, while drawing a maximum of 16 amps at full load and supplied with #12 AWG copper conductors can be protected by a breaker of 40 amps.
What are the problems with switching AC currents in a circuit of pure resistance at unity power factor?
Power factor does not apply to a resistive circuit. Just the current will follow the voltage (in phase)
What is the complete path for an electric current to follow called?
The complete path for an electric current to follow is called a circuit. It includes a closed loop with a source of electricity, conductive material, and devices that use the electricity.
What will an electric current follow?
An electric current follows the path of least resistance.
What electric charges can move if they have a blank path way to follow?
Electric charges with a closed pathway to follow can move. If there is a complete circuit with no breaks or gaps, charges such as electrons can flow through the pathway due to the presence of a voltage source, thereby creating an electric current.
What does an electric current always follow?
The path of least resistance.
What path with an electric current always follow?
"least resistance"
Why can't electric current exist if it is broken?
Simple - we just look at the meaning of electrical current. Electrical current is the movement of billions of tiny electrons moving along a conductor, like a wire, for instance. In order to move, these electron have to be 'pushed' by a force that we call EMF or just Volts. The electrons are also 'pulled' from the other side by Volts, as well. Electrical current will not move unless it is both pulled and pushed, which requires a complete, unbroken loop of some kind of conductor. If you break that loop, called a 'circuit', then no current can flow.
Up to how many paths can an electric current follow?
There is no limit. If you have a TV, a light and a refrigerator, electric current can go through all three.
What is the path that electricity follow?
An electric current flows from negative to positive.
How many routes can an electric current go in?
An electric current can flow through multiple routes simultaneously in a parallel circuit. In a series circuit, the current has only one path to follow. The number of available routes for an electric current depends on the circuit configuration.
Why doesn't all current move in the same direction?
Not all current flows in the same direction because electric energy does not follow the circular flow of electricity which results to direct and alternate current.
An electrical current will always flow?
An electrical current will only flow in a closed loop or circuit where there is a complete path for the electricity to follow. If there is a break in the circuit or an open switch, the current will not flow.
What will an electric current always follow?
An electric current will always follow the path of least resistance, meaning it will flow through materials that offer the least opposition to the flow of electrons. This is determined by the conductivity and resistivity of the materials through which the current is passing.
