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How many electrons are flowing through the cross-section of a wire per second if a current of 0.2 A flows through it?
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The current (I) in a wire is defined as the amount of charge (Q) that flows through a cross-section of the wire per unit time (t). The formula is given by: \[ I = \frac{Q}{t} \] Show more…
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