joule

     

The joule (pronounce /ˈdʒuːl/ or /ˈdʒaʊl/) (symbol: J) is the SI unit of energy measuring heat, electricity and mechanical work. It was named after English physicist James Prescott Joule.

Trivia about joule

  • The symbol "J" as a unit of energy honors this physicist
  • Used to measure work, not diamonds, is this, symbolized J & named for a British physicist
  • It's the "gem" of a unit equal to the work done when a current of 1 ampere passes through 1 ohm for 1 second
  • For a British physicist, this unit of energy:J
  • Instead of low-calorie, Australian diet drinks are labeled low-this unit of energy abbreviated J
  • Named for a physicist, it's the amount of work done when 1 amp passes through 1 ohm of resistance for 1 second