When two equal electric current flow opposite to each other in a wire

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on the behavior of electric currents in a circuit with two batteries connected in parallel, specifically when equal currents flow in opposite directions. Participants clarify that connecting an ammeter before or after the 10V battery yields the same current reading, I. They emphasize that the net current in the circuit is the sum of the currents from both batteries, and if the resistive load (Rh) is adjusted to equalize the voltage drops, no current flows through the opposing battery. The concept of Kirchhoff's laws is crucial in analyzing the circuit's behavior.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Kirchhoff's Current Law (KCL)
  • Familiarity with circuit components such as resistors and batteries
  • Knowledge of voltage and current concepts in electrical circuits
  • Basic understanding of Wheatstone bridge configurations
NEXT STEPS
  • Study Kirchhoff's Voltage Law (KVL) for deeper circuit analysis
  • Learn about the implications of connecting batteries in parallel
  • Explore the concept of internal resistance in batteries
  • Investigate the behavior of potentiometers in electrical circuits
USEFUL FOR

Electrical engineers, physics students, and anyone interested in circuit analysis and the principles of electricity will benefit from this discussion.

  • #31
Thank you very much for the discussion...
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