Static Electrictiy Flashcards
1
Q
Give 3 useful, 3 nuisance and 3 dangerous effects of static electricity
A
-Useful
Remove soot
Photocopiers
Pesticide
-Nuisance
Small electric shock
Hair
Attract dust
-Dangerous
Inflammable liquids in aeroplanes
Oil tankers
Lightning
2
Q
What is earthing?
A
Connecting an object to the earth by means of a conductor so that the object shares its charge with the earth
