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Generation: Electricity is generated at power plants, which can use various energy sources such as coal, natural gas, nuclear, hydroelectric, wind, or solar power. These power plants produce high-voltage electricity.

Step-up Transformer: Before distribution, the electricity is typically passed through a step-up transformer to increase its voltage. Higher voltage transmission reduces energy loss during long-distance transportation.

Transmission: The high-voltage electricity is transmitted through a network of high-voltage power lines and substations. These power lines can span long distances, carrying electricity from the power plants to regional distribution centers.

Step-down Transformer: At substations located closer to residential and commercial areas, the voltage is reduced through step-down Transformers. This process lowers the voltage to a level suitable for distribution to homes and businesses.

Distribution Lines: Lower-voltage electricity is then distributed through a network of power lines and transformers at the local level. These distribution lines typically consist of overhead wires or underground cables.

Distribution Transformers: Near or within residential and commercial areas, distribution transformers further reduce the voltage to levels suitable for household use, typically 120/240 volts in North America or 230 volts in many other parts of the world.

Service Lines: From the distribution transformers, electricity is sent through service lines to individual homes and businesses. These service lines connect to the main electrical panel or meter at each building.

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