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Question
Name any two effects of electric current.
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Solution 1
The two effects of electric current are:
- Heating effect of electric current.
- Magnetic effect of electric current.
Solution 2
Electric current has the following effect:
- Electric current can give rise to heating and lighting.
- Electric current can convert a straight conductor into a temporary magnet.
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