Difference between revisions of "Electricity"
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: We use '''electricity''' to power [[Appliance|appliances]] in the home. | : We use '''electricity''' to power [[Appliance|appliances]] in the home. | ||
: '''Electricity''' usually flows through metal wires. | : '''Electricity''' usually flows through metal wires. | ||
| − | : Sometimes '''electricity''' travels through the air. If it travels a short distance it is called a spark. If it travels from the clouds to the ground it is called lightning. | + | : Sometimes '''electricity''' travels through the air. If it travels a short distance it is called a spark. If it travels from the clouds to the ground it is called [[lightning]]. |
A flow of [[electrons]] that allows [[energy]] to be [[transferred]] (usually along a wire). | A flow of [[electrons]] that allows [[energy]] to be [[transferred]] (usually along a wire). | ||
Revision as of 15:20, 19 August 2018
Key Stage 2
Meaning
Electricity is a way that energy can be moved from one place to another.
About Electricity
- We use electricity to power appliances in the home.
- Electricity usually flows through metal wires.
- Sometimes electricity travels through the air. If it travels a short distance it is called a spark. If it travels from the clouds to the ground it is called lightning.
A flow of electrons that allows energy to be transferred (usually along a wire).