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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.

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What is an electric current as the rate of flow of charges?

Yes, that's basically what "electrical current" means.


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Before entering your home, electric current typically travels through a network of power lines and transformers to step down the voltage for safe domestic use. It may also go through a meter to measure usage before entering your home's electrical panel.


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If the switch is in the off position, the circuit will be broken and the electric current can't flow to the bulb, so the bulb will not light up.


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an electrical charge produces a flash of light.


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Exactly how are you trying to feel it ?By definition, electric current is the flow of charge through the conductor.You can't feel the flow of anything through the conductor unless some of itflows through you.That's exactly how an ammeter measures current in the conductor. You cutthe conductor, and connect the ammeter in the space, so that any current inthe conductor has to go through the meter. Similarly, you don't feel currentunless it's flowing through you.Just be careful, and don't go around inserting yourself into circuits in an attemptto feel currents. You see, the muscles and nerves in your body all operate electrically,and it only takes a very small current to make nerves and muscles go totally haywire,and even to kill. Do it the smart, safe way ... use a meter.

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