Static Electricity

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What is static electricity?

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Static electricity is the buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects, which can cause them to attract or repel each other.

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What happens when static electricity discharges?

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When static electricity discharges, it can cause a small shock or spark, often felt when touching a metal object after walking on a carpet.

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What is electric discharge?

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Electric discharge is the release of electricity stored in an object, which can result in a shock or spark.

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What causes static cling?

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Static cling occurs when two objects with opposite charges attract each other, causing them to stick together.

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What happens to balloons when they are rubbed together?

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When balloons are rubbed together, they can become charged and either attract or repel each other depending on their charges.

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Where is the safest place to be during a lightning storm?

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The safest place to be during a lightning storm is inside a building or a car.

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What is the role of positive and negative charges in static electricity?

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Positive and negative charges interact with each other; opposite charges attract, while like charges repel.

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What can happen when negative charges on a cloud build up?

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When negative charges on a cloud build up, they can cause a lightning strike to the ground, where positive charges are concentrated.

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What is an example of static electricity in everyday life?

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An example of static electricity is when you take off a sweater and your hair stands up or sticks to the sweater.

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How can you discharge static electricity safely?

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You can discharge static electricity safely by touching a grounded object, like a metal doorknob.