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Understand that electric current is associated with the movement of electric charge.

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Cambridge IGCSE PhysicsElectricity and magnetismCore content

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Understand that electric current is associated with the movement of electric charge

  • This point belongs to Electric current, especially Electric current outcomes.
  • You need to be able to understand that electric current is associated with the movement of electric charge.
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  • Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.

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Understanding Electric Current

In a simple circuit, a battery provides a potential difference that causes electric current to flow through a resistor.

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    State the unit of electric current.

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