Chapter 17 - Static Electricity Flashcards
1
Q
define static electricity
A
the electric charge held by a charged insulator
2
Q
what causes static electricity
A
generated by friction
3
Q
what is an electrical conductor
A
a substance that allows for the flow of electrons (electric current)
4
Q
what is an electrical conductor
A
a substance that inhibits the flow of electrons
5
Q
define electric field
A
the region of space where an electric charge will experience a force
6
Q
when representing an electric field, the arrows indicate direction of force that a ____ would experience
A
positive charge
7
Q
—>—( )—<—
A
negative charge
8
Q
—<—( )— —
A
positive charge
9
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