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voltage
Definition
Voltage is a measure of the "pressure" that pushes electricity through a wire. It is like the pressure of water in a hose. The higher the voltage, the more pressure there is, and the more electricity will flow.
Voltage is measured in volts. A battery has a certain amount of voltage, and it can push electricity through a wire. The more volts a battery has, the more electricity it can push through the wire.
Voltage is important because it determines how much electricity can flow through a wire. If the voltage is too low, the electricity will not flow. If the voltage is too high, the electricity can heat up the wire and cause it to melt.
How can the word be used?
The electric current is measured in volts.
Different forms of the word
Noun:
- the difference in electrical potential between two points in a circuit.
- the force that pushes an electric current through a circuit.
Adjective: of or relating to voltage.
Etymology
The word "voltage" is derived from the word "volt", which is the unit of measurement for voltage.
The first recorded use of the word "voltage" was in 1889.
Question
Why is voltage important?