How does an Electric Motor work? (DC Motor)

How do they use electricity to start rotating? Let's break it down in 3D. Follow me on social media: Special thanks to those that reviewed this video: Chad Williams Ben Francis Kevin Smith This video has been dubbed in over 20 languages, you can change the audio track language in the Settings menu...

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