Electrons do not exhibit net movement when dealing with alternating current (AC); they oscillate back and forth in response to the changing voltage. In contrast, direct current (DC) causes electrons to move in a single direction, but their speed is significantly slower than commonly perceived. The concept of "drift velocity" is crucial for understanding this phenomenon.
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No, they don't. They just move back and forth. With DC current, they move but WAY slower than you are likely to expect. Google "drift velocity".Diego Quexada said:Hi I would like to ask you guys something a little basic but is itching my mind, the question is : do electrons have net movement when dealing with ac currents? Suposing we have a sine wave for voltage and current. Thanks in advance !
PD:please excuse any grammar mistake.