Electricity

Japanese Name

でんき

denki

Description

Electricity is a form of energy resulting from the movement of charged particles (typically electrons) through a conductor. It powers countless devices in our everyday lives, from lights and appliances to computers and smartphones. Electricity can be generated in a variety of ways, and its control and use are fundamental to modern society.

The concept of electricity dates back to ancient Greece, where philosophers noticed static from rubbed amber.
In the 1600s, William Gilbert studied static electricity and magnetism in depth.
Benjamin Franklin’s famous kite experiment in 1752 proved lightning was a form of electricity.
In the 1800s, Alessandro Volta invented the first electric battery, producing a steady current.
Michael Faraday discovered electromagnetic induction, leading to the invention of electric generators.
Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla contributed to the development of electric power systems.
Today, electricity powers almost every aspect of modern life, from lighting to communication.