Define potential gradient and write its $SI$ unit.

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(N/A) The potential gradient is defined as the fall of potential per unit length along the current-carrying wire.
Mathematically,it is given by $k = \frac{V}{L}$,where $V$ is the potential difference across the wire and $L$ is the length of the wire.
The $SI$ unit of potential gradient is $\text{volt per meter}$ $(V/m)$.

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