Lesson 3.2: Electric Potential and Potential Difference Flashcards
1
Q
● the potential energy contained in a single unit of charge
● measured in J/C
A
Electrical Potential (Volts)
2
Q
● Unit for this is “U”
● electric potential located at any given point in the electric field
A
Potential Energy (U)
3
Q
What does “V” stand for?
A
Electric Potential
4
Q
What is Coulomb’s Constant Value ?
A
9x10⁹ N•m² / C²
5
Q
What does “r” stand for?
A
Radius (meters / m)
6
Q
What does “q” stand for?
A
Magnitude of the Charge
7
Q
What does “U” stand for?
A
Electric Potential Energy
