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Electrical Power. Chapter 19 Section 3. Energy to Power. Electrical Power is the rate of conversion of electrical energy. To push charge through a conductor, work must be done. That work is a form of energy (Electrical Potential Energy) and when used over a certain time, power is created.
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Electrical Power Chapter 19 Section 3
Energy to Power • Electrical Power is the rate of conversion of electrical energy. • To push charge through a conductor, work must be done. • That work is a form of energy (Electrical Potential Energy) and when used over a certain time, power is created.
Electrical Power Equation • P = Power • I = Current • V = Voltage • R = Resistance
Electrical Companies • Electrical Companies measure energy consumed in Kilowatt-hours. • 1kWh = 3.6x106 J • The cost of a kWh can be between $0.05 to $0.20 • The average kWh in USA for 2011 is $0.1099
High Voltage and Energy Transmission • Electrical Energy is transferred at high potential differences to minimize energy lost. • P = IV • P = I²R • By decreasing the current and increasing voltage in power lines it reduces the resistance of charge flowing through the power lines.