Power Quality, Power Grids, and Blackouts

Respond to each question with a paragraph (or two) that answers the question.  If a calculation is required, you must submit equations that support your answer, not just a number.

1. List and describe the power quality issues associated with voltage.
2. List and describe the power quality issues associated with frequency.
3. Explain techniques used by power companies to correct power quality.
4. Explain why energy demand is cyclic.
5. Explain why trading power between utility companies is a common occurrence.
6. List and explain the different causes of blackouts.

North American Electric reliability Council. (2013). Technical Analysis of the August 14, 2003, Blackout: What Happened, Why, and What Did We Learn? (Links to an external site.)
https://www.nerc.com/pa/rrm/ea/August%2014%202003%20Blackout%20Investigation%20DL/NERC_Final_Blackout_Report_07_13_04.pdf