To find the power output we can use the formula:
\[ \text{Power} = \text{Voltage} \times \text{Current} \]
Where:
- Power is measured in watts (W)
- Voltage is measured in volts (V)
- Current is measured in amperes (A)
Given:
- The electric eel generates a voltage of 270 V
- The current is 0.2 A
Let's insert these values into the formula:
\[ \text{Power} = 270 \text{ V} \times 0.2 \text{ A} \]
Multiplying these together gives:
\[ \text{Power} = 54 \text{ W} \]
Therefore, the eel's power output when generating a 270-V, 0.2-A shock is 54 watts.
