D.C | A.C |
1. Direct currecnt (d.c) is a current of constant magnitude flowing in one direction | 1. Alternating current (a.c.) is the current which reverses its magnitude and direction with time |
2. It has zero frequency | 2. It generates a frequency |
Produced from battery or cell | Produced mainly by generators |
3. It does not travel safely over a long distance and loses much energy compared to a.c. | 3. It travels safely over a long distance without losing much energy |