Generating and transporting electricity (non-statutory) | Science

Starter quiz

Which of the following is the name of the component shown?
- buzzer
- light bulb
- motor ✓
Which of the following circuits is complete?
Match the following properties of a material to the product it would be used for.
- electrical insulator
  
  ⇔
  
  handle and casing on a vacuum cleaner ✓
- electrical conductor
  
  ⇔
  
  wiring of a vacuum cleaner ✓
Which of the following should not come into contact with electricity?
- metal ✓
- rubber
- plastic
- air
Some metals ______ electricity better than others.
- 'conduct' ✓
Which two of the following are electrical insulators?
- copper
- aluminium
- rubber ✓
- silver
- air ✓

Exit quiz

To generate electricity means…
- to sell electricity.
- to produce electricity. ✓
- to buy electricity.
- to use electricity.
Which of the following are used for electricity generation?
- wind ✓
- sun ✓
- animal movement
- water ✓
How is electricity transported to our homes?
- in large batteries
- by metal cables ✓
- in trucks and lorries
- via the internet
What is the name of the tall towers which carry electrical cables high above the ground?
- pyrex
- pyton
- pylon ✓
- pyper
How do the blades of turbines move to generate electricity?
- they turn ✓
- they move up and down
- they rock
Which of the following do traditional power stations burn to generate electricity?
- rock
- oil ✓
- wood
- gas ✓

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Lesson Details

Key learning points

Traditional power stations burn coal or gas to generate electricity.
Electricity is generated when the blades of a turbine turn causing a magnet to spin inside a coil of wire.
Electricity is generated at traditional power stations or using the wind, water or the Sun.
Electricity is transported around the country and to our homes through metal cables.

Common misconception

Electricity comes from the plug sockets in our homes. When electrical appliances are used, the electricity goes into them but is not part of a complete circuit.

Pupils will be taught where and how electricity is generated and how it is transported to our homes.

Keywords

Electricity - Electricity is needed for lighting, heating and making machines and appliances work.
Generate - To generate electricity is to produce it.
Power station - Electricity is generated at a power station.
Turbine - A turbine is a machine through which liquid or gas flows to turn a wheel.
Pylon - A pylon is a tall tower for carrying electricity cables high above the ground.