How Electricity Was Discovered?

The history of the discovery of electricity is very old and it has evolved through a series of scientific researches and experiments. How electricity was discovered is the result of the work of many different researchers over several eras. Below are some of its key steps:

1. So-called electric shock and first observation (antiquity):

The ancient Greeks got the first idea about electricity. In 600 BC, the Greek philosopher Thales of Miletus first observed static electricity by rubbing it with matter.He observed that rubbing amber (a type of crystal) and woolen cloth produced small particles, which were later associated with electromagnetism.

2. Benjamin Franklin (1752):

Benjamin Franklin first scientifically conceptualized electricity. In 1752 he conducted his famous cloud and whirlwind experiment, where he captured lightning with pink paper with a drone. He proved that lightning is a form of lightning and lightning in clouds.

3. Alessandro Volta (1800):

Italian scientist Alessandro Volta developed the first electric battery.He made a series of conductive elements with a special material (such as zinc and copper), through which he created a permanent electric current. His invention is known as the voltaic pile, and it was a milestone in electricity generation.

4. Michael Faraday (1831):

English scientist Michael Faraday discovered electromagnetic induction. It is a process by which electricity can be generated from one conductor to another. His discovery led to new avenues for power generation and energy transfer.

5. Thomas Edison (1879):

Thomas Edison invented the first electric light bulb, which later evolved into the use of electric light. Edison did many other important things, such as the transportation of electricity and the development of new technologies for its use.

6. Nikola Tesla (1891):

Nikola Tesla developed the alternating current (AC) system, which is the basis of modern technology used to transport electrical energy. His invented AC system made the transmission and distribution of electricity much more efficient and safer.

7. Modern uses of electricity:

In the 20th century, the use of electricity increased greatly. Modern power plants (such as hydropower, thermal power, nuclear power, and solar power) are built to generate electricity. Electricity becomes essential in our daily lives—in lighting, appliances, household, communication and industry.

This is how electricity was gradually discovered and it became an important source of energy in human life.