electrical flow
[ɪˈlɛktrɪkəl floʊ]
nounpl: electrical flows
fluxo elétrico
1. the movement of electric charge through a conductor; the continuous motion of electrons in a circuit
The electrical flow through the wire increased when we connected the battery.
O fluxo elétrico através do fio aumentou quando conectamos a bateria.
2. the rate at which electrical current moves through a medium or conductor
Engineers measure electrical flow in amperes to ensure the circuit operates safely.
Os engenheiros medem o fluxo elétrico em amperes para garantir que o circuito funcione com segurança.
This is primarily a technical and scientific term used in both American and Brazilian contexts. In Brazil, 'fluxo elétrico' is the standard terminology in engineering, physics, and electrical industries. The term is neutral and widely understood across all Portuguese-speaking regions without significant variation.
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