Ohms Law 3/4/2024

 

Ohm's Law Explained (a little)3/4/2024

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There are three parts to a circuit, its flow, pressure, and resistance. This is described as Flow- Amps "Amperage" Pressure - Volts "Voltage" Ohms is the Resistance. This energy created is wattage.


Confused yet?


Volts (V):


Volts are like the "pressure" pushing electric charges through a wire. It's the force that makes electricity flow. Think of it as the power source, similar to the pressure in a water hose.


Amps (A):


Amps measure how much electricity is flowing. Imagine amps as the amount of water flowing through the hose. More amps mean more electricity moving through the wire.


Ohms (Ω):


Ohms represent the resistance that tries to stop the flow of electricity. Picture it like a narrow part of the hose – higher ohms mean more resistance, making it harder for electricity to pass.


Wattage (W) :


.Wattage is a measure of electrical power. It tells you how much energy a device uses or how much power it produces. Think of a lightbulb the higher the wattage the brighter the bulb.


Now that we have addressed that issue, in situations where connectivity is poor, electricity tends to be in constant motion. Under such circumstances, an arc can occur, causing the electricity to move in a manner that generates heat. It's crucial to bear in mind that heat is a manifestation of energy. When there's pressure and an inconsistent flow, the resultant energy can lead to what we refer to as a meltdown, which has the potential to initiate a fire. Always contact an electrical (licensed) to do all electrical in and around a home.


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