Chapter 1. The Basics
Chapter One of this book contains Experiments 1 through 5.
In Experiment 1, I want you to get a taste for electricity—literally! You’ll experience electric current and discover the nature of electrical resistance, not just in wires and components but in the world around you.
Experiments 2 through 5 will show you how to measure and understand the pressure and flow of electricity—and finally, how to generate electricity with everyday items on a tabletop.
Even if you have prior knowledge of electronics, I encourage you to try these experiments before venturing into subsequent parts of the book. They’re fun, and they clarify some basic concepts.
Necessary Items for Chapter One
Each chapter of this book begins with pictures ...
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