Electronics Information Types of Current Flash Card Set 715749

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Alternating Current (AC)

In contrast to the constant one-way flow of direct current, alternating current changes direction many times each second. Electricity is delivered from power stations to customers as AC because it provides a more efficient way to transport electricity over long distances.

AC

Electricity is delivered from power stations to customers as __________ because it provides a more efficient way to transport electricity over long distances.