(a) Define the terms (i) conventional current and (ii) electron flow. (b) List any…
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Problem
(a) Define the terms
(i) conventional current and
(ii) electron flow.
(b) List any three fundamental differences between the direction of conventional current and the direction of electron flow in a metallic conductor.
(c) Inspite of the actual movement of electrons being from the negative terminal to the positive terminal, conventional current is still used while representing electric circuits. Explain any two reasons for the continued use of this convention.