What does "Volt" specifically measure in an electrical system?

"Volt" specifically measures electrical pressure, which is a crucial concept in understanding how electrical systems function. In electrical terms, voltage is the potential difference that pushes electric charges through a conductor, such as wires. It can be thought of as the force that drives the flow of electrons, similar to how water pressure pushes water through a pipe.

Understanding voltage is essential for water operators because it plays a significant role in powering pumps, motors, and other equipment used in water treatment and distribution systems. When voltage increases, it can cause an increase in the current flowing through a circuit (assuming resistance remains constant), highlighting the interconnectedness of voltage with other electrical quantities, but it is specifically the pressure exerted by the electrical energy that volts measure directly.