History and Development of Electricity

The video explores the historical development of electricity, starting from ancient cultures like the Egyptians and Greeks, who had a partial understanding of electrical phenomena. It highlights the contributions of William Gilbert in the 1600s, who coined the term 'electron'. The 19th century saw significant advancements by pioneers like Georg Ohm and Michael Faraday, leading to the development of reliable electrical engineering. The video concludes with the 'War of the Currents' in the late 19th century, a pivotal moment in electrical history, featuring the rivalry between Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla over the use of direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC).

Which ancient civilization is known to have recorded the effects of electric discharges from certain fish?

• Romans

• Egyptians

• Indians

• Chinese

What material did Thales of Miletus use to demonstrate static electricity?

• Iron

• Amber

• Copper

• Glass

In which language is the word for 'ray' and 'lightning' derived from the same root?

• Greek

• Latin

• Arabic

• Hebrew

Who is credited with coining the term 'electricity' in the 1600s?

• Michael Faraday

• Benjamin Franklin

• William Gilbert

• Isaac Newton

Which Greek word inspired the term 'electricity'?

• Photon

• Electron

• Proton

• Neutron

Which scientist is known for formulating the laws of electrical resistance?

• Georg Ohm

• Thomas Edison

• Nikola Tesla

• James Watt

Who was a key figure in developing the concept of electromagnetic induction?

• Albert Einstein

• James Clerk Maxwell

• Michael Faraday

• Andre-Marie Ampere

What was the primary focus of the 'War of Currents'?

• The method of electrical distribution

• The creation of the first battery

• The development of the telegraph

• The invention of the light bulb

Which inventor is associated with the development of alternating current (AC) systems?

• Nikola Tesla

• Guglielmo Marconi

• Thomas Edison

• Alexander Graham Bell