Physics Essay: Long-Range Elect. Trans. Possibilities

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The discussion revolves around writing a physics essay on the topic of "to what extent is long-ranged electricity transmission possible?" Participants are exploring the concept of long-ranged wireless electricity transmission, with initial references to lightning and Tesla's theories.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

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  • Participants discuss examples such as lightning and Tesla's theories as potential points for the essay. There is a question regarding the definition of "long ranged electricity transmission," with some suggesting it refers to electrical transmission lines rather than lightning. One participant questions the practicality of the concept.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants seeking clarification on the topic and exploring various examples. There is no explicit consensus on the direction of the essay, but some guidance has been offered regarding potential sources of information.

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Participants are navigating the ambiguity of the term "long ranged electricity transmission" and its practical implications. There is uncertainty about whether the essay topic was assigned or chosen by the participants themselves.

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Homework Statement


write a physics essay about "to what extent is long ranged electricity transmission possible?"


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The Attempt at a Solution


Well...
I can say lightning is one example
maybe add some tesla's theory
i need 1 more point...
 
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benbennza1 said:

Homework Statement


write a physics essay about "to what extent is long ranged electricity transmission possible?"


Homework Equations



N/A

The Attempt at a Solution


Well...
I can say lightning is one example
maybe add some tesla's theory
i need 1 more point...

Welcome to the PF.

What is meant by "long ranged electricity transmission"? I would think they mean electrical transmission lines and such, not lightning. Lightning is not a very useful form of electrical transmission...
 
oops... i meant "long ranged wireless electricity transmission"
 
benbennza1 said:
oops... i meant "long ranged wireless electricity transmission"

Ah. Not a very practical concept. Is the whole class writing this essay, or did you pick it yourself?

You can google what you have in your quoted phrase above, and get some ideas. But again, none are practical, AFAIK.
 

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