Static and current electricity Flashcards
1
Q
What is the build up of static electricity caused by?
A
Friction
2
Q
Fill in the gap:
- Like charges ____
2. ________ charges attract
A
- Repel
2. Unlike/opposite
3
Q
What is lightning caused by?
A
A build up of static charge
4
Q
What can be used to stop electrostatic charges building up?
A
Earthing
5
Q
What is an electric current?
A
Rate of the flow of charge
