Load
The most basic circuit, a generator plus a load (eg. lamp).
Elements
The generator applies a magnetic-effect on the circuit, which is of a certain value. For example, we could say, the generator supplies 10 volts to the circuit. This value varies based on the circuit and the maximum value of the generator. There is also a dielectric field in the circuit, because there is no electricity if you only have one type of field, you need both magnetism and dielectricity if you want electricity. The amount of magnetism and dielectricity in the circuit stays the same as long as the circuit stays the same. For example, if we would connect more lamps, the size of the magnetic and dielectric fields would change.
Flow
- Magnetic effect is applied on the circuit
- Magnetic and dielectric fields are built
- Lamp consumes power
- Magnetic and dielectric fields are “refilled” to cover the consumed power
Details
Energy is stored in the space around the conductors, but also in the generator and the lamp. The more lamps, the more energy that is stored in the circuit. The electrical energy is transformed into heat, so the more lamps the more power that is used. Power here means, transfer of energy (from one form to another). The conductor also dissipates some power, through its resistance.