Electromagnetic Field -Part 1

Many people don't realize we live in an Electromagnetic field that surrounds our planet.

Wikipedia explains the electromagnetic field, as a physical field, varying in space and time, that represents the electric and magnetic influences generated by and acting upon electric charges.  The field at any point in space and time can be regarded as a combination of an electric field and a magnetic field.

So why do we need to know this?  Because if you don't know the rules of the game, how can you effectively navigate through the game, or in this case, life?!?

Nikola Tesla invented the Tesla coil in 1891.  This basically captures the electrical influence in our air, and harnessed it to the point of powering a light bulb.  In fact in 1893's the Chicago World's Fair, famously showcased Tesla's alternating current (AC) electricity and was illuminated using his technology.  The fair-grounds were lit by 160,000 light bulbs and powered the entire fair.

So, if Tesla was able to harness free electricity from the air 134 years ago, why do we have electric companies charging a lot of money each month, and constantly cry that they need to increase their prices?  In part 2, we'll discuss the magnetic part of this Electromagnetic Field.

Knowledge is Power!