)))))but then they have some momentum associated with them . where does that energy goes?Lok said:No they don't, they are cofined to the area around the metal atoms. Unless some form of energy is given they cannot escape from there.
kcdodd said:
The cause of electrons falling out when a current carrying wire is cut is due to the sudden interruption of the flow of electrical current. When a wire is cut, the circuit is broken and the electrons lose their path of least resistance and are scattered in different directions.
It can be dangerous to cut a current carrying wire as it can result in an electric shock. It is important to take necessary precautions and have proper knowledge of electrical systems before attempting to cut a wire.
Yes, cutting a current carrying wire will interrupt the flow of electricity in a circuit. This is because the wire acts as a pathway for the electrons to flow and when it is cut, the circuit is broken and the flow of electricity is disrupted.
No, once electrons have fallen out of a wire, they cannot be retrieved. They will continue to move in random directions and eventually dissipate into the surrounding environment.
The length and thickness of a wire do not directly affect the fall of electrons when it is cut. However, a longer and thinner wire will have a higher resistance, which means it will take longer for the electrons to reach the end of the wire and fall out when it is cut.