ELECTRIC CHARGE

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Which of the following correctly defines 1 coulomb?

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Correct option: The amount of charge passing a point when 1 A flows for 1 s

Common mistakes: Mixing the coulomb with electron charge or energy

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A1 · 1 mark · Correct choice: The amount of charge passing a point when 1 A flows for 1 s.

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1 coulomb is defined as the charge passing a point when a current of 1 amp flows for 1 second.