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The Difference between AC and DC Electricity | Basic Electronics

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A brief video discussing the difference between how AC and DC electricity works, some of the benefits and drawbacks of both, as well as some common applications of both.

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Table of Contents:
0:00 Introduction
0:09 AC / DC
1:22 DC is easier to use
2:00 AC is easier to transport
2:39 Summary

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