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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Current Electricity

Question:

What is the average velocity with which the free electrons move under the influence of externally applied voltage called?

Options:

Diffusion current

Thermal current

Drift velocity

Intrinsic velocity

Correct Answer:

Drift velocity

Explanation:

Memory Point !! 

The average velocity with which the free electrons move under the influence of externally applied voltage called Drift velocity. 'Drift' meaning motion under the effect of some external force.