Alternating current. Electric current in which the direction of the flow is reversed at frequent intervals, 100 times per second in Europe (50 cycles per second) and 120 times per second in the USA. Opposite of a.c. is direct current (d.c.).
Alternating Current N.O. Normally Open
Alternating Current. Hence, a pulsating raisin.
ALTERNATING CURRENT. is electric current in which the flow constantly reverses direction. The electric current delivered to the outlets in our homes alternates 60 times per second, or 60 hertz.