Question

A current of $ 2 \, \text{A} $ flows through a conductor for 10 minutes. What is the total charge that flows through the conductor?

• A. \( 1200 \, \text{C} \)
• B. \( 1000 \, \text{C} \)
• C. \( 200 \, \text{C} \)
• D. \( 1500 \, \text{C} \)

Hint:

Remember: The charge passing through a conductor is the product of current and time, \( Q = I \times t \).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Phase 1: Apply Charge Equation
The quantity of electric charge \( Q \) that traverses a conductor is determined by the equation: \[ Q = I \times t \] In this equation:
- \( I \) represents the electrical current, 
- \( t \) denotes the duration for which the current is active. 
Phase 2: Input Provided Data
The provided data includes: 
- Current \( I = 2 \, \text{A} \), 
- Time \( t = 10 \, \text{minutes} \), which converts to \( 10 \times 60 = 600 \, \text{seconds} \). 
Substituting these values into the equation yields: \[ Q = 2 \times 600 = 1200 \, \text{C} \] 
Conclusion:
Consequently, the cumulative electric charge passing through the conductor amounts to \( 1200 \, \text{C} \). This corresponds to choice (1).