Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Electric power refers to the rate at which electrical energy is transferred or consumed in a circuit. It is measured in watts (W) and represents how quickly work can be done using electricity.
Voltage is the potential difference between two points in an electrical circuit. It determines the force that pushes electric charges through a circuit.