Question

An electric current is said to be flowing through a wire when:

• A. Neutrons pass through it
• B. Electric charges pass through it
• C. No particle passes through it
• D. Only tennis balls pass through it

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Electric charges pass through it

Electric current is defined as a flow of electric charge. In electric circuits, this charge is often carried by moving electrons in a wire.
An electric current is said to be passing through a wire when electrons pass through it.