Technician 2022-2026T5A05

What is the electrical term for the force that causes electron flow?

A
Answer
Electrical principles and math
Type
A
Voltage
B
Ampere-hours
C
Capacitance
D
Inductance

Answer Notes

Voltage, also known as electromotive force (EMF) or potential difference, is the pressure or force that pushes electrons through a conductor, creating an electrical current. Think of it like water pressure in a hose; the higher the pressure, the stronger the flow. Ampere-hours is a measure of battery capacity over time, not the force itself. Capacitance and inductance are properties of specific components that store energy, not the fundamental force driving electron flow.
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