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What is the average velocity acquired by free electrons in a conductor under the influence of an electric field called?

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Question

What is the average velocity acquired by free electrons in a conductor under the influence of an electric field called?

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  • Current density

  • Relaxation time

  • Conductivity

  • Drift velocity

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Solution

Drift velocity is the average velocity acquired by free electrons under the influence of an electric field. It describes the net motion superimposed on the electrons’ random motion.

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