- Electricity - Wikipedia
Electricity is the set of physical phenomena associated with the presence and motion of matter possessing an electric charge Electricity is related to magnetism, both being part of the phenomenon of electromagnetism, as described by Maxwell's equations
- State of Oregon: Energy in Oregon - Find Your Utility
Use the map below to find electric or natural gas utilities serving your hom e or business Search by address in the search bar or click to select an area on the map to learn more Follow utility website links to learn about their services, including potential incentive programs for energy projects
- Portland General Electric (PGE)
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- Electricity | Definition, Facts, Types | Britannica
Electricity, phenomenon associated with stationary or moving electric charges Electric charge is a fundamental property of matter and is borne by elementary particles In electricity the particle involved is the electron, which carries a negative charge
- Explainer: What is Electricity? - ThoughtCo
Electricity is the flow of electrons, which is a basic and widely used form of energy Most electricity is generated by converting primary energy sources like coal, natural gas, and nuclear power
- Electricity explained The science of electricity - U. S. Energy . . .
Sometimes, the electrons in an atom's outermost shells do not have a strong force of attraction to the protons These electrons can be pushed out of their orbits Applying a force can make them shift from one atom to another These shifting electrons are electricity
- How Electricity Works - HowStuffWorks
Learn about the basics of electricity, from generators and electrical circuits to voltage and currents
- Electricity 101 - Department of Energy
Q: Where does electricity come from? A: Electricity is a secondary energy source which means that we get it from the conversion of other sources of energy, like coal, natural gas, oil, nuclear power and other natural sources, which are called primary sources
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