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apparent power
The product of the voltage (in volts) and the current (in amperes). It comprises both active and reactive power. It is measured in "volt-amperes" and often expressed in "kilovolt-amperes" (kVA) or "megavolt-amperes" (MVA). See Power, Reactive Power, Real Power.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Energy
- Category: Coal; Natural gas; Petrol
- Company: EIA
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