Where Does Electricity Come From? Flashcards

1
Q

Generates electricity

A

Power plant

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2
Q

Steps Up Voltage
For Transmission

A

Transformer

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3
Q

Usually underground

A

Transformer

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4
Q

Carry Electricity
Long Distances

A

Transmission Lines

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5
Q

Steps Down Voltage

A

Neighborhood Transformer

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6
Q

Carry Electricity
To Houses

A

Distribution Lines

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7
Q

Step Down Electricity Before It
Enters Houses

A

Transformers On Poles

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8
Q

What is the mainly sources of electricity?

A

Power Station
Electric Cells(batteries)

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9
Q
  • Supply a lot of electricity
A

Power Stations

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10
Q
  • Used in many electrical appliances
A

Power Stations

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11
Q
  • Supply a little electricity
A

Electric Cells (batteries)

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12
Q
  • Portable
A

Electric Cells (batteries)

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13
Q
  • Safe
A

Electric Cells (batteries)

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