Definition

A unit of measurement for electric current, defined as the flow of one coulomb per second.

Example

The electrical circuit requires a current of five amperes to function properly.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of an ampere?

Yeah, isn't it a unit for measuring electric current?

Exactly! It’s interesting how it relates to other measurements too.

For sure, I always find electrical concepts a bit tricky to grasp.

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Root Explanation

Ampere is named after André-Marie Ampère, a French physicist and mathematician who is considered one of the founders of the science of electromagnetism. The term does not have a traditional etymological breakdown into Latin or Greek roots, as it is derived directly from a proper name.

Memory Tip

Think of André-Marie Ampère, the scientist who contributed to our understanding of electricity, to remember that an ampere is a unit named after him.

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