Direct Current

B2 8+
  • Frequency of Use
    60 %
  • Retention Rate
    70 %
  • Complexity
    80 %
  • Direct Current Meanings

    noun a continuous flow of electric charge in one direction

    adjective describing a type of electric current that flows in one direction only

    Fields related to direct current

    Physics

    Direct current is studied in physics as a type of electric current where the flow of electric charge is uni-directional.

    Electronics

    Direct current is essential in electronics for powering electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, and transistors.

    Telecommunications

    Direct current is used in telecommunications for powering equipment and maintaining signal integrity in communication networks.

    Electrical Engineering

    Direct current is commonly used in electrical engineering for powering devices that require a constant flow of electricity in one direction.

    Renewable Energy

    Direct current is utilized in renewable energy systems like solar panels and wind turbines for converting and storing electricity.

    Power Systems

    Direct current is used in power systems for long-distance transmission of electricity with less energy loss compared to alternating current.

    Occupation Usage of direct current

    Writer

    Direct current is used in the field of science fiction writing to create futuristic scenarios where advanced technology is powered by DC sources.

    Psychologist

    Psychologists may use direct current stimulation (tDCS) as a non-invasive brain stimulation technique to treat certain mental health conditions.

    Electrician

    Electricians use direct current in various electrical systems such as solar panels, batteries, and some electronic devices.

    Biomedical Engineer

    Biomedical engineers utilize direct current in medical devices like pacemakers and defibrillators to help regulate heart rhythms.

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