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Electricity is a form of energy that results from electric charges in motion and powers much of modern technology and daily life. The term "electricitys" is not standard; it is sometimes encountered as a misspelling or in fictional contexts. The proper word is electricity.

Electricity can be produced whenever charged particles move through a conductor, creating electric current. It is described by concepts such as charge, current, voltage, resistance, and power, with common units including the ampere, volt, ohm, watt, and joule.

Generation and conversion: Electricity is generated at power plants by converting other energy forms into electrical energy. This occurs in thermal power stations (fossil fuels or nuclear), hydroelectric dams, wind and solar facilities, and other sources. In solar panels, light is converted directly into electricity via photovoltaic cells.

Transmission and distribution: Generated electricity is transmitted over long distances at high voltage to reduce losses, then stepped down by transformers for safe use in homes and businesses. The electrical grid connects producers to consumers through substations and distribution networks.

Uses and impact: Electricity powers lighting, heating, communications, manufacturing, and information technology. It enables economic activity and quality of life but poses challenges, such as energy losses, environmental impact of power generation, grid reliability, and safety risks from exposure to high voltage.

History: The study of electricity traces back to ancient observations and experiments in the 17th–19th centuries. Pioneers such as William Gilbert, Alessandro Volta, Michael Faraday, and James Clerk Maxwell helped establish theories of charge, induction, and electromagnetic fields. Widespread electrification began in the late 19th century and expanded rapidly in the 20th century, shaping modern society.