A short article based on an extract from Topics in Safety, Topic 17 (Electricity), which is freely available to Association for Science Education (
ASE Health and Safety Group
Techniques to promote understanding of the choices that have to be made about energy use.
Ann MacGarry
The popular science shows that strip science down to its bare essentials.
Cambridge University
A fresh look at how the recognised types of energy are classified.
Charles Tracy
<p>Designed to develop stronger maths and practical skills, helping students tackle the demands of AS and A-level Science.</p>
Collins
<p>Study and revision guides to provide essential support for exam preparation.</p>
Collins
A detailed study of the role of copper in electrical motors, transformers, transmission through the grid. Electricity is not a primary energy source.
Copper Development Association
Explore the factors that affect the efficiency of electric motors.
Copper Development Association
This resource explores how generators produce electricity, and how electricity is subsequently distributed.
Copper Development Association
This resource explores density, resistivity and electrical conductivity in the context of copper.
Copper Development Association
An annual hands-on practical engineering day develops team skills and gives students a real taste of career possibilities.
Denise Balmer
Is the revival of one of the oldest methods of harnessing energy viable or desirable?
Frank Harris