Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law
Definition
Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law (KVL) states that in any closed loop within an electrical circuit, the sum of all voltages across the components is equal to zero. It is based on the principle of conservation of energy.
Related terms
Kirchhoff’s Current Law: Kirchhoff’s Current Law (KCL) states that the total current entering a junction in an electrical circuit is equal to the total current leaving that junction.
Circuit Analysis: Circuit analysis involves studying and solving electrical circuits using various techniques and laws.
Loop Rule: The loop rule, also known as KVL, helps determine unknown voltages or currents by analyzing loops within a circuit.
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AP Physics 1 - 9.3 Ohm’s Law, Kirchhoff’s Loop Rule (Resistors in Series and Parallel)
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