Static Electricity Challenge

Static Electricity Challenge

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Physics

8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is static electricity?

Back

Static electricity is the buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects, which occurs when electrons are transferred from one object to another.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is current electricity?

Back

Current electricity is the flow of electric charge (electrons) through a conductor, typically in a circuit.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the process of charging an object without direct contact called?

Back

Induction.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens when two objects with the same charge are brought close together?

Back

They repel each other.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens when two objects with opposite charges are brought close together?

Back

They attract each other.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main difference between static electricity and current electricity?

Back

Current electricity involves a continuous flow of electrons, while static electricity involves a single transfer of electrons.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What particles in an atom are responsible for electric charge?

Back

Electrons.

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