Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
potential-difference
noun
pəˈtɛnʃəl ˈdɪfərəns
Definition
The difference in electric potential between two points in an electric field.
Examples
- The potential difference across the battery terminals is 12 volts.
- Increasing the potential difference can result in a higher current flowing through the circuit.
Meaning
Potential difference, often referred to as voltage, measures the work done per unit charge in moving a charge from one point to another within an electric circuit.
Synonyms
- Voltage
- Electric potential difference
- Potential drop
