The Wonders of Electricity: From Benjamin Franklin to Modern Power Plants

The video explores the concept of electricity, its natural existence, and historical figures like Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Edison who helped harness it for human use. It explains how electricity is distributed today and highlights the importance of conserving energy by addressing idle power consumption in homes.

Who was the first to use the terms 'positive' and 'negative' charge in relation to electricity?

• Nikola Tesla

• Albert Einstein

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Edison

What significant contribution did Thomas Edison make to the field of electricity?

• Developed the first battery

• Discovered the electron

• Created the first power plant

• Invented the light bulb

How fast does electricity travel?

• At 90% the speed of light

• At the speed of light

• At the speed of sound

• At 50% the speed of light

What is the term used for electricity consumed by appliances that are turned off but still plugged in?

• Active power

• Phantom load

• Idle electricity

• Standby power

What percentage of a home's electricity usage is typically due to idle power?

• 10%

• 25%

• 32%

• 50%