STATIC ELECTRICITY (partial) 2nd

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows the flow of electric charge, typically electrons. Examples include metals like copper and aluminum.

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Which material is an example of a conductor?

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Copper is an example of a conductor.

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What happens when an object gains electrons?

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The object becomes negatively charged.

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What happens when an object loses electrons?

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The object becomes positively charged.

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What is static electricity?

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Static electricity is the accumulation of electric charge on the surface of objects, which can result in electric shocks or attraction between objects.

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What is the principle of conservation of charge?

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The principle states that the total electric charge in an isolated system remains constant; charge can neither be created nor destroyed.

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What is friction in the context of static electricity?

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Friction is the process of rubbing two materials together, which can transfer electrons from one material to another, resulting in static charge.

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What is conduction in static electricity?

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Conduction is the transfer of electric charge through direct contact between materials.

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What is induction in static electricity?

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Induction is the process of charging an object without direct contact, typically by bringing a charged object close to a neutral object.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow the flow of electric charge, such as rubber, glass, or plastic.