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I am a student of Electrical . but I am not clear about power and voltage. Is any rapport between them ? I read about this two things . but i can't solve it. Is anyone tell me easily about this topic?
Yes. Before going for electrical power, you should understand the terms voltage and current.lastfsdfsd23 said:it's a law
thanks for your time.cnh1995 said:Yes. Before going for electrical power, you should understand the terms voltage and current.
Voltage is the difference in electric potentials of two points in a circuit which drives a current through the circuit. Power is the product of voltage and current.
The work shows up as warming of the water, erosion of the rocks, noise, and any other energy pathway you can think of.Tero said:And the "work" let's call it power is in the actual falling of the water on that waterfall.
jaus tail said:i thought ground was at zero potential n acts like sink for currents in case of Earth faults...like current would flow into the ground...
Power and voltage are two different terms used to measure electricity. Power refers to the rate at which energy is used, while voltage is the measure of the force that pushes electricity through a circuit. In simple terms, power is the amount of energy consumed, while voltage is the pressure that drives the flow of electricity.
No, power and voltage cannot be used interchangeably. They are two distinct measurements that describe different aspects of electricity. While voltage determines the strength of the electrical current, power measures the amount of energy that is used.
Power and voltage are related through the formula P = VI, where P represents power, V represents voltage, and I represents current. This formula shows that power is directly proportional to voltage, meaning that an increase in voltage results in an increase in power. However, the relationship between power and voltage is not linear, as power also depends on the current flowing through the circuit.
No, higher voltage is not always better. While higher voltage can result in higher power and allow for the transmission of electricity over longer distances, it also carries a higher risk of electrical shock and damage to electronic devices. The appropriate voltage to use depends on the specific application and electrical system.
The understanding of power and voltage is crucial in daily life as it allows us to safely and efficiently use electricity. It helps us to determine the right amount of power needed for different devices, and how to properly handle and distribute electricity. It also enables us to make informed decisions about energy consumption and helps to prevent electrical accidents.