Internal Resistance

Definition

Internal resistance refers to the inherent resistance within a power source, such as a battery or generator, that limits the flow of current in a circuit.

Related terms

Voltage Drop:

Voltage drop is the reduction in voltage across components in an electrical circuit due to internal resistance or other factors.

Ohm's Law:

Ohm's Law states that there is a direct relationship between voltage (V), current (I), and resistance (R) in an electrical circuit.

Power Dissipation: Power dissipation refers to the release of energy as heat when electric current flows through resistive elements with internal resistance.