A Guided Tour Of The Electric Company Flashcards
1
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Generator
A
A piece of equipment that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.
2
Q
Substation
A
Reduces the electricity produced at power stations before distribution to local factories, businesses, and homes.
3
Q
Transmission Lines
A
Wires which distribute power from substations to businesses and homes.
4
Q
Underground Residential Distribution System (URD)
A
Buried wires that carry power from a transformer to a home.
