A flow of 107 electrons per second in a conductor constitutes a current of:
Correct answer: C. 1.6 x 10^-12 A
- A. 1.6 x 10^-26 A
- B. 1.6 x 10^12 A
- C. 1.6 x 10^-12 A
- D. 107 A
Explanation
This option correctly states that the current flowing through the conductor is 1.6×10−12 amperes. This value was obtained by calculating the total charge passing through the conductor per second using the formula I=Q/t , where Q is the charge and t is the time. Therefore, option C is correct.
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