Electricity & Magnetism

Page Updated June 2022 .

Articles About Electricity  What is electricity? Which way does it really flow? What is static? This series of articles answers these and other questions for you.

Electricity  Facts from a Physics primer with diagrams, where applicable.

How a Compass Works  You may know how to use a compass, but do you know how a compass works? There is also directions on how to make your own compass.

How Power Grids Work  It is only during a power failure, when you walk into a dark room and instinctively hit the useless light switch, that you realize how important power is in your daily life.

Magnetic Field of the Earth  Detailed explanation of what the magnetic field is, how it works, magnetic field concepts and much more. Contains excellent graphic illustrations of these concepts.