VRD: Ohm's Law variables - why is I used for current?

Subject: VRD: Ohm's Law variables - why is I used for current?

Date: Fri May 18 12:06:13 2001
Posted by Jared Wheeler
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Area of science: Physics
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Question:
Ohm's law states that V=IR where I=Electric Current measured in
amperes, V=Potential Difference measured in volts, and R=Electric
Resistance measured in ohms. V and R are clear, but why is I used for
current? I have looked everywhere and I can't find the answer.

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