
The unit of measurement of the electrical resistance of a material.Įnergy used to do work measured in watts. The center of an atom that contains both protons and neutrons. (energy)Ī flash of light caused by an atmospheric electrical discharge between two clouds, or between a cloud and the earth.Ī device used to protect an electrical component from over-voltage.Īn electrical device or devices that use(s) electric power.Īn object surrounded by a magnetic field that has the ability to attract iron or steel.Īn identified force that exists around a magnet or electrical field.Īn instrument that records the amount of something passing through it, such as electricity.Ī device that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy.Ī basic particle in an atom’s nucleus that has a neutral electrical charge.Įnergy produced by splitting atoms in a nuclear reactor. One kilowatt of electrical energy produced or used in one hour. Heat energy that is stored below the earth’s surface.Ī power system's layout of its substations and power lines.Įlectricity generated by flowing water making a turbine spin.Īny material that will not allow electricity to easily flow through.Ī unit for measuring electrical energy. The splitting apart of an atom’s nucleus, releasing heat energy.Īn electrical safety device consisting of a wire or strip of fusible metal that melts and interrupts the circuit when the current exceeds a preset amperage.Ī machine which converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. Energy = Power x TimeĪ system designed to ensure safety, security, and reliability to an electrical network. The flow of electrons produces electricity. Overhead or underground power lines that carry electricity through cities and neighborhoods to your home or business.Ī negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom. The movement or flow of electricity through a conductor.Įlectric current flowing in only one direction The path followed by a flow of electric current.Ī substance or material that allows electrons, or electrical current, to flow through it. The ability of a component to store an electrical charge.Įlectricity produced by a surplus or a shortage of electrons in an object. Total loss of electric power from the power distributor.Ī temporary reduction of voltage supplied by the electric power distributor. Everything in the world is made of different combinations of atoms.Ī single or group of connected electric cells that produces a direct electric current (DC). Measurement of current flow through a conductor. Specific to the electric industry: Alternating current (AC)Įlectric current that reverses directions at regular intervals.
