Explain in your own words what do we mean by electrical particles - Worksheet - Year 6

Electrical particles refer to the tiny charged components that are fundamental to the flow of electricity. In simpler terms, these are the bits of matter that carry an electrical charge, and they are essential in creating and sustaining electrical currents. In the context of electricity that we use every day, these particles are typically electrons, which are negatively charged and move through a conductor (like a metal wire) to produce an electric current.

Electricity works by allowing these charged particles to flow from one place to another. This flow, or current, is what powers our electrical devices. The strength or power of the electricity can vary depending on how many charged particles are moving and how quickly they are doing so. The more electrons that are flowing (and the faster they move), the stronger the current and the greater the power of the electricity. This concept is important to understand because it forms the basis of how we harness and use electricity in everything from lighting our homes to powering our computers.