Define potential difference and give its unit.

Define potential difference and give its unit.
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Potential Difference: Potential difference between two points is defined as the work done to transfer unit positive charge from one point to other. 

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The difference in electric potentials of two charged bodies is called potential difference. Unit of Potential Difference: Volts 

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