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Assertion: Current is a scalar quantity.
Reason: Electric current arises due to continuous flow of charged particles or ions.

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If both Assertion `&` Reason are True `&` the Reason is a correct explanantion of the Assertion

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If both Assertion `&` Reason True but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion

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If Assertion is True but the Reason is False

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If both Assertion `&` Reason are False.

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To analyze the given Assertion and Reason, we will break down the statements step by step. ### Step 1: Understanding the Assertion **Assertion:** Current is a scalar quantity. - **Explanation:** A scalar quantity is defined as a quantity that has only magnitude and no direction. Electric current, which is defined as the flow of electric charge, is measured in amperes (A). It does not have a directional component in the same way that vector quantities do (like velocity or force). ### Step 2: Understanding the Reason **Reason:** Electric current arises due to the continuous flow of charged particles or ions. - **Explanation:** Electric current is indeed caused by the movement of charged particles. In most conductors, these charged particles are electrons. The flow of positive charges (like in electrolytes) can also constitute current. This statement is correct as it describes the origin of electric current. ### Step 3: Analyzing the Relationship Between Assertion and Reason - Both the Assertion and the Reason are true statements. However, the Reason does not adequately explain why current is classified as a scalar quantity. The classification of current as a scalar is based on its lack of directional properties, not solely on the fact that it arises from the flow of charged particles. ### Conclusion - **Final Evaluation:** Both the Assertion and the Reason are true, but the Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion. Therefore, the correct conclusion is that while both statements are correct, the Reason does not justify the Assertion. ### Final Answer - Both Assertion and Reason are true, but the Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion. ---
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