​Let's Check Out Some Statistics!

Look at the Circle Graphs
to See where Electricity comes from around the world!

a machine that creates electrical energy to power objects

This type of generator is especially important during severe weather conditions.

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Generator

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a device that produces electricity by converting mechanical energy into electricity

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​Generator

Law of Conservation of Energy says energy cannot be created or destroyed, only changed or converted to a different form of energy.

​Remember....

All generators have:
1- turbine
2- solenoids
3- conductive wire

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​Structures of a Generator

1- Solenoid - magnetic solenoids generate electrical energy as turbines spin past them
2- Turbine - a structure that turns in a circle with magnets attached
3- Conductive Wires that carry the electrical energy to where it is used.

Parts to a generator

​Wind moves the blades and creates mechanical energy which then turns it into electrical energy.

​​Wind turbines

They are important during severe weather.

​​Gasoline Powered Generator

​Water turns the turbine and creates electrical energy.

​​Water Powered Generator

​Nuclear fission creates heat which in turn makes steam that turns the turbine to create electricity.

Nuclear Generator

​Types of Generators

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