Household, at the outlet . . . Alternating current, 117v RMS, 60 Hz. / / / Flashlight cell . . . Direct current, nominal 1.5v .
The household supply uses Alternating Current (AC), which periodically reverses direction, typically at 120V and 60Hz. In contrast, Direct Current (DC) is supplied by cells, providing a steady flow of electric charge in one direction, such as 1.5V from batteries. Understanding these differences is fundamental in electronics and electrical applications.
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