Question

The term 'electricity' is derived from the Greek word 'elektron', which refers to:

Options

• Amber, which attracted light objects when rubbed

• Silver, which conducts electricity efficiently

• Lightning, the natural electrical discharge

• Magnetite, the natural magnetic stone

Answer 1

The word 'electricity' comes from the Greek word 'elektron' meaning amber. Amber was observed to attract light objects when rubbed, which was one of the earliest recorded electrostatic phenomena.