ELECTRIC FIELDS Flashcards
What makes the outside of an atom?
Electrons
What makes the inside of an atom?
Proton and neutron
What’s the centre of an atom called?
Nucleus
What are atoms made of?
Solid, liquid and gas
Can you separate neutrons and protons?
No, the sun can
What always stays in the nucleus?
Protons and neutrons
What is current electricity?
Always moving
What is static electricity?
Builds on a surface until it’s discharged
What is static electricity caused from?
Friction (rubbing)
True or false?
Electrons move around to other objects/matter
True
Does electricity involve electrons?
Yes
What energy is created when protons and neutrons are separated?
Nuclear energy
If a cloth and ruler are rubbed together
Does the cloth leave electrons on the ruler?
Yes
If a cloth and ruler are rubbed together
Does the cloth end up with a positive charge?
Yes, it has lost electrons
If a cloth and ruler are rubbed together
Does the ruler end up with a negative charge?
Yes, it has gained electrons