1878: Joseph Swan demonstrates the electric lamp to the Newcastle Chemical Society in northern England. The incandescent light bulb has become synonymous with Thomas Edison. But Swan was the first ...

Learn to recognise different circuit symbols with these interactive learning resources for KS2 Science students aged 7-11 from BBC Bitesize.

Learn about symbols for electrical components and how to draw circuit diagrams. Bitesize Scotland Science article for learners at Second Level Curriculum for Excellence.ls explained for curriculum ...

In emerging cities of the developing world, a light bulb is still embraced as a symbol of civilisation by some, while others celebrate their urbanity in a visual cacophony of neon. The Electric City ...