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If you are going to take the view that the neutral does not carry power, then the phase wire does not either. Ignoring volt drop, both wires have a 0V differenc
by m4x 9y ago
If you are going to take the view that the neutral does not carry power, then the phase wire does not either. Ignoring volt drop, both wires have a 0V difference between each end and so no power is dissipated in them. Power is only dissipated in the appliance (except in reality, where volt drop is responsible for significant losses between generator and consumer)
- ars 9y ago> both wires have a 0V difference between each end Obviously voltage is relative. So I'm measuring with respect to me. With respect to me the hot has power, and the neutral doesn't. i.e. If I attach a light bulb between me and either of the two electrical wires, will it light? But you're right "carrying power" is a poorly defined term. The problem is that it's hard to use a term that is both clear, and strictly correct.