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Electrical Power

Description:

Electrical power refers to the rate at which electric energy is transferred or consumed. It is the amount of work done per unit time by an electric circuit or device.

Senses:

1. General sense:

In the general sense, electrical power is the flow of electric energy that enables the operation of various appliances, machines, and systems.

Example sentence: The electrical power supplied to our homes allows us to use electronic devices and appliances efficiently.

2. Scientific sense:

In scientific contexts, electrical power is considered a measure of the rate at which electrical energy is transferred, converted, or dissipated.

Example sentence: The electrical power dissipated by the resistor can be calculated using Ohm's law.

3. Alternative sense:

Electric power can also refer specifically to the generation, transmission, and distribution of electric energy on a large scale.

Example sentence: The electrical power plant is responsible for supplying the city with electricity.

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