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Explain the below points:
Do electrons and current flow in the same direction?

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution 1. **Understanding Current and Electron Flow**: - Current is defined as the flow of electric charge. In most circuits, this charge is carried by electrons. However, the convention for current flow is different from the actual flow of electrons. 2. **Direction of Current Flow**: - The direction of conventional current is defined as the flow of positive charge. By convention, current flows from the positive terminal of a battery to the negative terminal. This is an arbitrary choice made by early scientists before the discovery of the electron. ...
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  3. Why is it dangerous to use electrical appliances around water?

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  4. How does current flow in a circuit?

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  5. What is the purpose of the plastic coating on the wire?

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  6. Explain why vinegar is a good source of conductor?

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  9. What happens when electric current is passed through water?

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  10. Explain the below points: What is the electric current?

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  12. List three uses of electrolysis.

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  13. Give the chemical equation for the electrolysis of water.

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  14. Give the chemical equation for the electrolysis copper chloride.

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  15. When do we say that Objects are positively charged ?

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  16. When do we say that objects are Negatively charged.

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  17. Discuss twhy does current flow continuously through the circuit?

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  18. Give two examples for each: Electrolytes

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  19. Give two example of the followings: Non- electrolytes

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  20. Give two examples for each: Bad conductors of electricity

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