What's the electrical power (physically)

In summary, electricity is produced by generating emf (voltage) and creating a closed circuit to allow for current flow. This current flow is what creates electrical power. Electricity can also be produced through mechanical or chemical means, such as generators or batteries, and can be converted into other forms of energy by electronic elements like resistors and capacitors.
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I have a question to depth understanding electricity

what's the thing that make electrical power appear?

I mean that when generating electrical power
We generate emf (voltage)
and if the circuit was closed we get current !

HOW THEN ELECTRICAL POWER APPEARD AS AN IMPORTANT PARAMETER
 
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Same charges repel each other, opposite charges attract each other. If you have different charge densities in different places, charges "try" to reach the other side (but need some conducting connection to do so).
This is a very simple (and slightly inaccurate) description how you can get current flows.

Look in a textbook for a proper introduction.
 
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I'm asking about what make "POWER" generated?? and how?
I know
we generate current and voltage and power = VI

I'm asking what's the power reason for appear
 
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Voltage is roughly analogous to elevation. Electrons will "fall" toward the higher positive voltage, converting potential energy to kinetic energy. This kinetic energy can be harnessed to light up a light bulb or something. When these electrons move through a wire, they collide with each other and the wire and cause the wire to heat up.
 
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One way is this: work of some sort is done --- water falling over a dam for example --- and is converted into electrical energy, which is sent over wires, and then causes motion in electrical motors which can do work (expending power).
 
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klm: that's a good question...not so easy to answer without some understanding of basic physics...like electric potential...Check Wikipedia if you'd like more on that.

In SOURCES of electric power, charges are forced to move by an external emf from a lower to a higher potential and power [really energy] therefore resides in the individual charges. This can be accomplished via mechanical or chemcial means [generators or batteries respectively].

In LOADS, like light bulbs or electric motors in a refrigerator, the charges move from the higher potential to a lower potential and some of the original energy is recovered...some has already been lost via transmission losses. Energy in electronic elements

Some elements in a circuit can convert energy from one form to another. For example, a resistor converts electrical energy to heat, this is known as the Joule effect. A capacitor stores it in its electric field. The total electric potential energy stored in a capacitor is given by 1/2C V2where C is the capacitance, V is the electric potential difference...

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electric_potential_energy#Energy_in_electronic_elements
 

1. What exactly is electrical power?

Electrical power is the rate at which electrical energy is transferred or converted into another form of energy, such as heat or light. It is measured in watts (W) and is typically denoted by the letter P.

2. How is electrical power different from electrical energy?

While electrical energy is the total amount of energy consumed or produced, electrical power is the rate at which this energy is being transferred or converted. Think of it like a water tank - the energy consumed is the total amount of water in the tank, while the power is the rate at which the water is being pumped in or out of the tank.

3. What factors affect the amount of electrical power?

The amount of electrical power is affected by the voltage and current in the circuit. The higher the voltage and current, the more power is being transferred. Other factors such as the resistance of the circuit and the type of load also play a role in determining the amount of electrical power.

4. How is electrical power measured?

Electrical power is measured using a device called a wattmeter, which measures the product of voltage and current (P = VI). It can also be calculated using the formula P = V²/R or P = I²R, depending on the known values in the circuit.

5. What is the importance of understanding electrical power?

Understanding electrical power is crucial in designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems. It allows us to determine the capacity and efficiency of a circuit, as well as identify potential issues or malfunctions. In daily life, understanding electrical power can also help us make informed decisions about energy consumption and cost-savings.

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