What Specific Topic Should I Choose for My 8-Page Research Paper on Electricity?

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For an 8-page research paper on electricity, focusing on Distributed Energy Generation is a suitable option, as it balances depth and scope. This topic allows exploration of how electricity is generated from various sources and its implications for energy systems. Additionally, incorporating the concept of the Smart Grid can provide a contemporary angle, highlighting advancements in energy distribution and management. This approach ensures the paper remains comprehensive yet manageable within the page limit. Choosing this topic can effectively engage with current trends in electricity generation and distribution.
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Hey guys,

I have this 8 page research paper coming up. I decided to write about what electricity is, how it is created, and how does it power tools. My professor said it was too general so could you guys give me a specific topic related to electricity? Something do-able in 8 pages. Not too specific where I could explain it on 1 page, and not too complicated where it would take many pages to explain.

Thanks.
 
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kElect said:
Hey guys,

I have this 8 page research paper coming up. I decided to write about what electricity is, how it is created, and how does it power tools. My professor said it was too general so could you guys give me a specific topic related to electricity? Something do-able in 8 pages. Not too specific where I could explain it on 1 page, and not too complicated where it would take many pages to explain.

Thanks.

You could write about the timely topic of Distributed Energy Generation:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Distributed_Energy_Resource

If you have space left, you could relate it to the emerging "Smart Grid".
 
Thanks berkeman. That sounds interesting.
 
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