Measuring the flow of

current
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 introduction

Current is measured in
units called amps.
Amps have the symbol
A. We use a device
called an ammeter to
measure the current.

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 Ammeters
• Ammeter is a device used to measure either
alternating or direct current. We know that
ampere is the unit of current. Since this device
measures the value in amperes, it’s known as
ammeter.
• The first ammeter was invented by Friedrich
Drexler in 1884.

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This is an ammeter

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 Questions
• What do we use to measure current?
Ans: An Ammeter
What is the unit for current?
Ans: Ampere
When was the first ammeter created?
Ans: 1884
Who created the first ammeter?
Ans: Friedrich Drexler

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thank you
Vidushi