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From resource to electricity

From resource to electricity

Flowchart comparing energy-transfer chains for wind, hydroelectric water, geothermal, solar thermal, solar cells, fossil fuels and nuclear power

Electricity is not created from nothing in a power station. Energy is transferred from an energy resource into electrical energy, often by using a turbine and a generator.

Energy resources and electricity generation Lesson

  1. IGCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /Energy resources and electricity generation

Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel IGCSE Physics Energy resources and electricity generation. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build a strong foundation in mechanics and electricity before tackling the more mathematically demanding astrophysics and nuclear topics.

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