Energy Production and Transmission

There are 12 questions here on where electricity comes from and how it travels to your home. You finish statements such as Most electric power plants use ... or Modern nuclear power plants use ..., picking the answer that fits. It is a good match for students learning about power generation and the grid. A fact that tends to surprise people is why power lines run at such high voltage: it cuts energy losses over long distances, so the electricity arrives more efficiently. You will also compare coal, solar, geothermal, and hydroelectric sources. Recommended level: beginner to intermediate.