Electricity and Types

Electricity

Form of energy resulting from the movement of charged particles, typically electrons.

Forms of Electricity

Static electricity, current electricity, and electromagnetic fields.

Static Electricity

Imbalance of electric charges within or on the surface of a material.

Generation of Static Electricity

Produced through friction, contact, and induction by transferring electrons.

Current Electricity

Flow of electric charge through a conductor.

Direct Current (DC)

Flow of electrons in one direction.

Alternating Current (AC)

Flow of electrons periodically reverses direction.

Use of Current Electricity

Powers most electrical devices and systems.

Electromagnetic Fields

Electricity is associated with magnetic fields.

Magnetic Field and Current

Electric current flowing through a conductor generates a magnetic field around it.

Application of Electromagnetic Fields

Used in electric motors and generators.