Residual Current Formula

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Residual Current is defined as the current that flows in the absence of the depolarizer (i.e. due to the supporting electrolyte). Check FAQs
ir=ic+if
ir - Residual Current?ic - Condenser Current?if - Faradic Current?

Residual Current Example

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Here is how the Residual Current equation looks like.

10Edit=7Edit+3Edit
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Residual Current Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
ir=ic+if
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
ir=7A+3A
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
ir=7+3
LAST Step Evaluate
ir=10A

Residual Current Formula Elements

Variables
Residual Current
Residual Current is defined as the current that flows in the absence of the depolarizer (i.e. due to the supporting electrolyte).
Symbol: ir
Measurement: Electric CurrentUnit: A
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Condenser Current
Condenser Current is defined as the current due to the formation of Helmholtz double layer at the mercury surface.
Symbol: ic
Measurement: Electric CurrentUnit: A
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Faradic Current
Faradic Current is defined as the current formed due to the traces of impurities.
Symbol: if
Measurement: Electric CurrentUnit: A
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

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​Go Drop Lifetime given Diffusion Current
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How to Evaluate Residual Current?

Residual Current evaluator uses Residual Current = Condenser Current+Faradic Current to evaluate the Residual Current, The Residual Current formula is defined as the current that flows in the absence of the depolarizer (i.e. due to the supporting electrolyte) while interpreting polarograms. Residual Current is denoted by ir symbol.

How to evaluate Residual Current using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Residual Current, enter Condenser Current (ic) & Faradic Current (if) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Residual Current

What is the formula to find Residual Current?
The formula of Residual Current is expressed as Residual Current = Condenser Current+Faradic Current. Here is an example- 10 = 7+3.
How to calculate Residual Current?
With Condenser Current (ic) & Faradic Current (if) we can find Residual Current using the formula - Residual Current = Condenser Current+Faradic Current.
Can the Residual Current be negative?
Yes, the Residual Current, measured in Electric Current can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Residual Current?
Residual Current is usually measured using the Ampere[A] for Electric Current. Milliampere[A], Microampere[A], Centiampere[A] are the few other units in which Residual Current can be measured.
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