What is the difference between negative charge and free electron?

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Electrons inherently carry a negative charge, making them synonymous with negative charge in discussions about electricity. A charged conductor, such as one with a charge of -1.0 μC, indicates an excess of electrons, specifically around 6.24 trillion electrons. This calculation is derived by dividing the total negative charge by the charge of a single electron. Understanding this relationship clarifies the distinction between negative charge and free electrons. The conversation emphasizes the fundamental nature of electrons in defining electrical charge.

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An electron carries negative charge. It is an electron.

A sheep has mass, but it is a sheep.

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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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