Joule vs. Watt-hour

What's the Difference?

Joule and Watt-hour are both units of energy measurement, but they differ in their applications and conversions. Joule is the SI unit of energy and is commonly used in scientific and engineering contexts. It represents the amount of energy transferred when a force of one newton acts on an object over a distance of one meter. On the other hand, Watt-hour is a unit of energy commonly used in the field of electricity. It represents the amount of energy consumed or produced when a power of one watt is sustained for one hour. While Joule is a fundamental unit, Watt-hour is derived from the product of power and time. To convert between the two, one watt-hour is equal to 3,600 joules.

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