STATIC ELECTRICITY (partial) 8th

Front

What happens when an object gains electrons?

Back

The object becomes negatively charged.

Front

What is an example of a conductor?

Back

Copper is an example of a conductor.

Front

What is the process called when someone's hair is charged by touching a Van de Graaf generator?

Back

This process is called conduction.

Front

What happens when an object loses electrons?

Back

The object becomes positively charged.

Front

Define static electricity.

Back

Static electricity is the accumulation of electric charge on the surface of objects.

Front

What is the difference between conductors and insulators?

Back

Conductors allow electric charge to flow easily, while insulators do not.

Front

Give an example of an insulator.

Back

Plastic is an example of an insulator.

Front

What is the principle of conservation of charge?

Back

The total electric charge in an isolated system remains constant.

Front

What is induction in static electricity?

Back

Induction is the process of charging an object without direct contact.

Front

What is the role of electrons in static electricity?

Back

Electrons are negatively charged particles that can be transferred between objects.