
The Science of Wires
November 01, 2023 • EPISODE 194
Electricity powers our world, but have you ever wondered how it actually reaches us? Tune into Science LIVE as Roger Billings dives into the science of wires, revealing how electrons journey from generators to illuminate our homes. Learn about wire gauge, voltage, and the technology that ensures power flows smoothly where it’s needed most.

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I have learned a lot about wires lately. We have currently been remodeling our house and we have had to learn alot about them in order to be safe.
R51’s segment was hilarious!
Good video keep it up!
If R-51 gets electrocuted then his headstone should say “Here lays R-51 he flipped the wrong switch and it was lights out for him”
Good thing they tested that electrical box before they put it in Pajet’s house…