Electric Potential and Voltages

This course takes a deep dive into the concepts of electric potential and voltage, essential for understanding how electric fields and energy interact in physics and engineering. Starting with electric potential energy, you’ll explore how charges store and transfer energy within an electric field. Voltage is then introduced as the difference in electric potential between two points, shedding light on its critical role in driving currents and powering circuits.

You’ll also learn about the electron volt, a practical unit for measuring energy at atomic and subatomic levels. The course pays special attention to dipole systems, where the interplay between electric potentials and fields creates intriguing dynamics. Additionally, you’ll explore equipotential surfaces, a powerful tool for simplifying and visualizing electric potentials in a field.

With a mix of theory and practical examples, this course offers a well-rounded understanding of how electric potential differences influence the behavior of charges and fields across a variety of systems.