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Stump the Scientist: What is reactive power?

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Stump the Scientist: What is reactive power?

A question came to me on Twitter from @GERenewables and Chris Nelder, an energy futurist, software architect and music nut who was trying to understand “reactive power” (VArs). See my response below, along with a video where I explain more. Chris, hope this helps you “kinda-sorta, but really” get it!

- Jim

What is reactive power?

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