Static electricity Flashcards

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What happens when two insulators are rubbed together?

A

Electrons transferred and becomes charged statically one negative and one positive

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What happens when a conductor is rubbed together?

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Electrons flow in and out cancelling the effect.

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3
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What is a positive static charge?

A

Objects that lose electrons

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What is a negative static charge?

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Objects that gain electrons.

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Why can a spark occur?

A

Enough charge has built up and objects are close but not touching.

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What causes a greater electrostatic force?

A

Greater charge
Closer Together

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