EMF S Flashcards
1
Q
define electromotive force (EMF)
A
a source as energy transferred per unit charge in driving charge around a complete circuit
2
Q
distinguish between EMF and potential difference (p.d.) in terms of energy considerations
A
EMF is the driving electric force from a cell or generator. Potential difference results from the current passing through a resistance within a circuit. EMF is the cause. Potential difference is the effect.
3
Q
si units of emf
A
volt
4
Q
define the potential difference between points
A
Potential difference is the difference in the amount of energy that charge carriers have between two points in a circuit
5
Q
si units of pd
A
volt