Electric Power
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.
Analogy
Think of electric power as the speed at which water flows through a pipe. Just like water flowing faster through a pipe can do more work, higher electric power means more electrical energy is being transferred per unit of time.
Related terms
Voltage: Voltage is the potential difference between two points in an electrical circuit. It determines the force that pushes electric charges through a circuit.
Current: Current is the flow of electric charge in a circuit. It represents the rate at which charges move past a given point.
Resistance: Resistance is the opposition to the flow of electric current in a circuit. It determines how much current will flow for a given voltage.
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