POTENTIAL DIFFERENCE
(noun)Definitions
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Potential Difference.
Potential Difference - as a noun
The difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
electric potentialpotentialpotential dropvoltageHypernyms (Closely Related)
electrical phenomenonHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The potential difference across the resistor can be calculated using Ohm's law."
"A high potential difference across the terminals of a battery indicates a strong electric field."
"The potential difference between two points in a circuit determines the flow of current."
"Increasing the potential difference in an electrical circuit will result in a higher current."
"Measuring the potential difference across a capacitor can determine its charge."