Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Potential Drop.
Potential Drop - as a noun
The difference in electrical charge between two points in a circuit expressed in volts
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
electric potentialpotential11potential differencevoltage11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
electrical phenomenonHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The potential drop across the resistor can be calculated using Ohm's law."
"The potential drop across the capacitor increases as the charge on it increases."
"The potential drop across the inductor depends on the rate of change of current flowing through it."
"The potential drop across the circuit is equal to the sum of potential drops across individual components."
"The potential drop across the diode is crucial for determining its forward or reverse bias."
