In this week of Physics we learned about Electric Potential. One of the most important things to keep in mind is that Electric Potential is NOT the same as Electric Potential Energy. Electric Potential Energy is measured in Joules, (a unit of energy). Electric Potential is measured in Volts. Volts are equal to Joules/Coulomb or energy per unit of charge. Volts should be thought of as a “Push” while Electric Potential Energy (PEq) can be thought of as how long something can keep going. For example, look at this power outlet. Say its Electric Potential is 120 Volts. This means that it has a “push” of 120 Joules per Coulomb. The more Joules (PEq) the power outlet has, then the longer it’s able to give energy.
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