A collection of molecules holding a charge of 12 Coulomb all pass through a hole in 3 seconds. What is the current (in amps) through the hole?

1. ### Break Down the Problem

To find the current (I) through a hole given the charge (Q) and time (t), we need to use the formula for electric current, which is defined as the rate of flow of charge.

2. ### Relevant Concepts

The formula for electric current is: $I = \frac{Q}{t}$ where:

• $I$ is the current in amperes (A)
• $Q$ is the charge in coulombs (C)
• $t$ is the time in seconds (s)

3. ### Analysis and Detail

In this problem:

• $Q = 12 \, \text{C}$
• $t = 3 \, \text{s}$

We can substitute these values into the formula to find the current.

4. ### Verify and Summarize

Perform the calculation: $I = \frac{Q}{t} = \frac{12 \, \text{C}}{3 \, \text{s}} = 4 \, \text{A}$

Final Answer

The current through the hole is 4 Amperes (A).