Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780133647495
Author: Paul G. Hewitt
Publisher: Prentice Hall
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Chapter 34, Problem 6A
What is voltage?
Expert Solution & Answer
To determine
To Explain: The meaning of the term ‘potential’ and ‘potential difference’.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
The difference between potential at two points in an electric field is known as potential difference or voltage.
Voltage is an electromotive force or measure of electric pressure required to push the electrons in a conductor.
Chapter 34 Solutions
Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program
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