Electrical Charge — GCSE Physics Revision
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Go to Potential DifferenceWhat is Electrical Charge?
Electrical charge is a fundamental property of matter. It can be positive or negative. Protons have a positive charge, and electrons have a negative charge. The flow of electrical charge is what constitutes an electric current. Charge is measured in Coulombs (C).
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A current of 3A flows for 10 seconds. How much charge has passed? Solution: Charge = Current x Time. Q = 3A x 10s = 30C.
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Common mistakes
- 1Confusing charge with current. Charge is a quantity of electricity, while current is the rate of flow of that charge.
- 2Forgetting that charge is conserved. You cannot create or destroy charge, only move it around.
- 3Mixing up the signs for the charge on protons and electrons. Protons are positive, electrons are negative.
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Core concept
Electrical charge is a fundamental property of matter. It can be positive or negative. Protons have a positive charge, and electrons have a negative charge. The flow of electrical charge is what const…
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula for electrical charge?
The formula connecting charge, current and time is: Charge (C) = Current (A) x Time (s).
What is an elementary charge?
The elementary charge is the electric charge carried by a single proton or electron. It has a value of approximately 1.6 x 10^-19 Coulombs.