(2) Electric charge Flashcards
1
Q
How can two objects exert a force on each other?
A
If their charges are the same, the objects exert a force on each other and repel. If they are not, the attract to each other.
2
Q
What is a gold leaf electroscope?
A
An instrument that can detect electric charge.
3
Q
How can static electricity negatively effect us?
A
1) Sparks caused by static electricity can cause explosions when refueling vehicles.
2) Our clothes can become charged and shock us when we touch them (very annoying).
