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Is it true a transistor changes alternating current into direct current?

Not usually. A transistor is an amplifier, that can be used as a switch. If set up correctly it can be used to rectify AC current (i.e. convert it into DC), however it will need a capacitor to smooth the DC current (i.e. keep the voltage constant or nearly the same). What is typically used is a rectifier, a small circuit consisting of one or more diodes.


Battery ac or DC?

Batteries can provide both AC (alternating current) or DC (direct current) power, depending on the type of device they are connected to. However, most batteries themselves supply DC power. Devices that require AC power typically use an inverter to convert the battery's DC power into AC power.


What is a current consisting of charges that flow only in one direction called?

A current consisting of charges that flow only in one direction is called direct current (DC). In DC, electrons flow continuously in one direction from the negative to the positive terminal of a power source.


When discussing electrical current what does DC stands for?

When discussing electrical current, DC stands for Direct Current (a current where the electron flow in the wires goes only one way)


What is an energy source for a DC current?

An energy source commonly used for DC current is a battery. A battery generates direct current through a chemical reaction, providing a steady flow of electrons in one direction. Other sources such as solar panels can also produce DC current by converting sunlight into electrical energy.

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