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Electricity 

Electricity is a form of energy that helps things work, like lights, fans, TVs, and phones.

What is Electricity?

Electricity is the flow of electric charges (mostly tiny particles called electrons) through a wire.

How is Electricity Produced?

Electricity can be produced by:

• Batteries 

• Power stations (using water, wind, coal, sun )

• Generators

Types of Electricity

1. Static Electricity

   • Electricity at rest

   • Example: Rubbing a balloon on hair

2. Current Electricity

   • Electricity that flows

   • Used in homes and schools

Important Parts

• Electric cell – Source of electricity

• Wire – Path for electricity

• Switch – Turns electricity ON/OFF

• Bulb – Uses electricity to give light

  
  

Electric Circuit

An electric circuit is a closed path through which electricity flows.If the circuit is open, electricity does not flow.

Key Words to Remember

• Electricity – Energy from moving charges

• Current – Flow of electricity

• Conductor – Allows electricity to pass (copper)

• Insulator – Does not allow electricity (plastic, wood)

• Switch – Controls electricity

Fun Fact

Lightning is a huge spark of electricity in the sky!