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Chapter 4: Energy

The Laws

Name Equation or Description
Ohm's Law V (volts) = I (amperes) R (ohms)
Watt's Law P (watts) = V (volts) I (amperes)
Energy Conservation Energy can neither be created nor destroyed

Some manipulations

P = V I =(I R) I = I2R

P = V I = V (V/R) = V2/R

etc.

Some Definitions

Wattmeter

Measures instantaneous power

Watt-Hour Meter

Measures amount of power used in a given time

% Efficiency

Power out/Power in x 100

Energy Efficiency Rating

Listed on appliances, calculated as above - % efficiency