Uses And Dangers - SE

Question 1

Give a use of static electricity

Answer 1

• Bikes and cars are painted using electrostatic paint sprayers, to get an even coat

Question 2

Describe a danger of static electricity

Answer 2

• It can cause a fuel filling nightmare, because as fuel flows out of a filler pipe, e.g. Into an aircraft, static can build up.

Question 3

How is static being built up a danger?

Answer 3

• As a spark can easily be caused, which can then cause a huge explosion