= The History and Present State of Electricity
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The history of electricity is rich and multifaceted, reflecting both scientific discovery and practical innovation. Here's an overview of key milestones and the present state of electricity globally: \#\#\# Historical Overview \#\#\#\# Ancient Times - **700 BC**: Ancient Greeks discovered that rubbing amber (fossilized tree resin) with fur produced static electricity. This was an early observation of electric phenomena.
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