Electrons in an electric circuit do not travel from the power source to the home; instead, they create a domino effect where one electron pushes another, leading to a wave-like propagation of motion. Initially, this motion appears instantaneous, but there is a transmission delay as the disturbance moves through the circuit. In conductors, free electrons act as charge carriers, moving past atoms rather than transferring from one atom to another. This means that while the electrons at one end are pushed, the entire circuit begins to conduct electricity almost simultaneously. Understanding this behavior is crucial for grasping how electric circuits function effectively.
