What is the CGS of current and voltage.

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The CGS (Centimetre-Gram-Second) unit of current is the "abampere," which is equivalent to 10 amperes in the SI system. For voltage, the CGS unit is the "abvolt," defined as 1/100,000,000 volts. These units are part of the electromagnetic system within CGS, which is essential for understanding historical and theoretical physics contexts. The discussion emphasizes the importance of these units in various scientific calculations and their relationship to the SI units.

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  • Understanding of SI units, specifically ampere and volt.
  • Familiarity with the CGS system of units.
  • Basic knowledge of electromagnetic theory.
  • Awareness of unit conversion principles.
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Si unit of current which is a fundamental physical quantity is ampere and what is its CGS unit, and for voltage..
 
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