Direct current refers to the flow of electric charge in a circuit that only moves in one direction. It is characterized by a constant magnitude and polarity.
Imagine a one-way street where cars can only travel in a single direction. Similarly, direct current flows like a stream of cars moving in one continuous path.
Alternating current (AC): Alternating current is the flow of electric charge that constantly changes direction, typically used for household electricity.
Voltage: Voltage refers to the potential difference between two points in an electrical circuit, which drives the flow of electric charge.
Resistance: Resistance is the measure of how much an object or material opposes the flow of electric current.
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