How Does W=VIt Describe Energy in Electrical Circuits?

[Daniel2244]

Homework Statement

I have to explain the equation W=VIt and apply it to a circuit. But I do not undertsand what the equation shows.

Homework Equations

W=VIt

The Attempt at a Solution

My rough guess is : work done is equal to the time (t) taken for 1A of current to flow at 1V

 

[Orodruin]

My rough guess is : work done is equal to the time (t) taken for 1A of current to flow at 1V

1 A is a current and it does not take "time for it to flow". It is charge that flows. The current is the rate at which the charge flows.

How does the power in a circuit depend on the current and potential?

 

[rg0ldberg]

Homework Statement

I have to explain the equation W=VIt and apply it to a circuit. But I do not undertsand what the equation shows.

Homework Equations

W=VIt

The Attempt at a Solution

My rough guess is : work done is equal to the time (t) taken for 1A of current to flow at 1V

If you do not understand the equation, but you know it must be applied to a circuit; maybe you should investigate equations and laws relative to electricity and circuitry.