A friend of mine heard a popular science show on the radio. A caller asked what is better to wear on a hot day, white clothes or black clothes. The answer given was that it did not matter because although black absorbs more readily it also radiates it more readily. My friend said of course that...
Let me try to refine my question.
What is carrying the force that is doing the switching inside a processor? Is it the movement of electrons? Or is it an electromagnetic field?
I am new hear. I have a BS in mathematics that I earned many many years ago. I tutor mathematics and also work with small groups of homeschoolers. I am trying to teach myself about using Arduino so I can introduce it to students. I thought I knew much more about electronics and electricity than...
I am just beginning to educate myself about electricity and computers. Every time I read something I realize my ignorance is even greater than I imagined. For instance, I was stunned to learn that the drift speed of a typical current is so slow.
An AC circuit generates an electromagnetic field...