Some appliances, such as battery-powered devices, may use direct current (DC), but these are relatively few in number compared to AC appliances. DC is the type of electricity that is produced by batteries and is used in some electronic devices, such as computers and smartphones.
Here are some of the reasons why AC is the preferred type of electricity for home appliances:
* AC is more efficient than DC. This is because AC can be transmitted over long distances with less loss of power than DC.
* AC is safer than DC. This is because AC does not produce sparks, which can be a fire hazard.
* AC is more versatile than DC. This is because AC can be used to power a wider variety of appliances than DC.
*AC is the standard type of electricity for power grids and is generated at power plants. Home appliances are designed to operate on AC power, and most power outlets in homes are AC outlets.
Therefore, the vast majority of home appliances, such as refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, stoves, air conditioners, and televisions, all operate on AC power.
On the other hand, battery-powered devices and certain small electronics, such as laptops, cell phones, and digital cameras, typically operate on DC power, and they may require a power adapter to convert AC power to DC power.
