Volts (V)

Definition

Volts is a unit of measurement used to quantify the electric potential difference between two points in an electrical circuit. It represents the amount of energy transferred per unit charge.

Related terms

Current:

The flow of electric charge in a circuit. It is measured in Amperes (A).

Power:

The rate at which work is done or energy is transferred in an electrical circuit. It is measured in Watts (W).

Electric Potential Energy: The energy possessed by an object due to its position relative to other charged objects. It is measured in Joules (J).