There is a certain level of confusion that is commonplace in regard to the how the electrical elements in a car are powered. Many people think the battery powers the electrics in a vehicle. In fact, the battery provides power to the starter motor which in turn activates the car. While the engine is running, the alternator provides the energy for the electrical elements of the vehicle and to charge the battery.
Historically, the alternator was called the generator because it functions in much the same way. The crank wheel on the alternator spins to create energy. Some suggest that it functions rather line water falling over a hydroelectric dam.
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