Electricity and Magnetism- Energy sources and power stations

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The discussion revolves around energy sources and power stations, highlighting the historical context of their development. Participants inquire about the first discoveries and constructions of power stations, emphasizing the significance of location choices. South Africans' benefits from these power stations are also mentioned, alongside a query about alternative energy sources beyond solar power. Forum members remind newcomers to adhere to guidelines regarding homework assistance and to conduct preliminary research. Recommendations for using Wikipedia as a resource for information are provided.
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1. wHAT ARE ENERGY SOURCES AND POWER STATIONS?
2.WHO WAS THE FIRST PERSON TO DISCOVER THE ENERGY SOURCE?
3.WHO BUILT THE FIRST POWER STATION AND WHO DISIGNED IT?
4.WHY DID HE/SHE DECIDED TO BUILD THAT POWER STATION THERE?
5.WHAT DO SOUTH AFRICANS GAIN FROM THAT POWER STATION?
6.IS THERE OTHER WAYS TO MAKE ENERGY WITHOUT THE ENERGY SOURCE (SUN)?
 
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Welcome to PF, ThembaC. Please note that we require you to show some work before we can help with homework/coursework type questions. Where have you looked for information on these questions?

kaisxuans, welcome to PF, also. Please note the forum rules on homework help before you post back information. Also, could you please type in English and not sms language.
 
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Welcome to PF, ThembaC. Please note that we require you to show some work before we can help with homework/coursework type questions. Where have you looked for information on these questions?

kaisxuans, welcome to PF, also. Please note the forum rules on homework help before you post back information. Also, could you please type in English and not sms language.

Oh I am very sorry. i did not know about the sms language thing. sorry. ok i'll try to search for some infomation about all this. and also i will like to recommend wikipedia for a start. this website has all the info that you may need for your work.
 

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