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  • Switches: Controlling Electrical Current - Types & Uses
    The component used to turn current on and off is called a switch.

    There are many different types of switches, each with its own specific purpose and design. Some common types include:

    * Toggle switch: A simple switch that flips between two positions (on and off).

    * Push-button switch: A switch that is activated by pressing a button.

    * Rotary switch: A switch with a knob that can be turned to select different positions.

    * Relay: An electrically controlled switch that uses an electromagnet to open and close a circuit.

    * Transistor: A semiconductor device that can act as a switch, controlled by an electrical signal.

    The choice of which type of switch to use depends on the specific application.

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