eli5 how does nfc not need electricity?

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I can’t wrap my brain around how nfc just “holds data” but doesn’t need power to transmit data? Like how do ID cards use nfc?

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It’s similar to the way phones can be charged wirelessly without needing a power cable. The device reading the NFC transmits the power to operate it, that’s why they need to be in close proximity.

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