What is the difference between negative charge and free electron?

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The discussion clarifies that an electron inherently carries a negative charge, establishing that the terms "negative charge" and "electron" are synonymous. It emphasizes that a conductor with a negative charge, such as -1.0 μC, indicates an excess of approximately 6.24 trillion electrons. This relationship is derived by dividing the total negative charge by the charge of a single electron, reinforcing the fundamental principles of charge and electron count in conductive materials.

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What is the difference between negative charge and free electron?
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An electron carries negative charge. It is an electron.

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When you see something like "the charge on a conductor is -1.0 μC" this says to you that the conductor is not neutral but has an excess of 6,241,509,074,460 electrons on it (give or take a few). You get that number by dividing the negative charge by the charge of one electron.
 

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