Electric potential is a fundamental concept in understanding electrical systems. It helps us describe and analyze the behavior of charges in electric fields. Electric potential refers to the amount of electric potential energy that a unit positive charge possesses at a specific point in an electric field.

To better grasp this concept, consider a hill. The height of the hill represents the electric potential, and a ball placed at different points on the hill will have varying amounts of potential energy. Similarly, in an electric field, charges experience a force that is directly related to the change in electric potential between two points.

Electric potential is measured in volts (V) and is essential in understanding the behavior of electrical systems.