Friday, April 20, 2012

Physics Related

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The definition of physics is among the lines of:  The science of nature, or of natural objects; that branch of science which treats of the laws and properties of matter, and the forces acting upon it; especially, that department of natural science which treats of the causes (as gravitation, heat, light, magnetism, electricity, etc.) that modify the general properties of bodies; natural philosophy.


Electrons can be made to move from one atom to another, and when the electrons move between the atoms, a current of electricity is created. This is what happens in a piece of wire. The electrons are passed from atom to atom, creating an electrical current from one end to other.

The generation of electric power produces more pollution than any other single industry in the United States. According to the website PowerScorecard, the electricity industries in the U.S. were responsible for:

  • 63% of sulfur dioxide emissions that contribute to acid rain
  • 22% of NOx emissions that contribute to urban smog
  • 39% of carbon emissions that contribute to global climate change
  • 33% of mercury emissions that pose significant health risks

Computers, cellphones, and every other piece of technology needs electricity to function. Since we live in a world where electricity is playing a more important role in our lives and in the economy, it is important that we also take care of the environment by using electricity efficiently.So not only is electricity part of physics, but the environment is too. This isn't exactly explaining in detail of how it is physics related, but this is some important information.

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