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Standard XII

Physics

Current as a Pseudo Vector

Two points A ...

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Two points A and B are at potentials V1 and V2 with V1>V2. If they are connected by a wire in which direction will electrons flow?

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Dear Student ,

From V₂ to V₁ electrons will folw opposite to direction of field because field is directed higher potential to lower.
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Two points A and B are at potentials V1 and V2 with V1>V2. If they are connected by a wire in which direction will electrons flow?

Dear Student , From V2 to V1 electrons will folw opposite to direction of field because field is directed higher potential to lower. Regards

Dear Student ,

From V₂ to V₁ electrons will folw opposite to direction of field because field is directed higher potential to lower.
Regards