Static Electricity

Front

Which subatomic particle has a POSITIVE charge?

Back

Proton

Front

Static charges build up when:

Back

Electrons move within an object.

Front

What does 'static' mean in Greek?

Back

Stay.

Front

Which subatomic particle has a NEGATIVE charge?

Back

Electron

Front

What happens when two objects have LIKE static charges?

Back

They repel each other.

Front

What is static electricity?

Back

A buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects.

Front

What is the charge of a neutron?

Back

Neutral (no charge).

Front

What is the charge of a proton?

Back

Positive charge.

Front

What is the charge of an electron?

Back

Negative charge.

Front

What happens when a charged object comes into contact with a neutral object?

Back

The neutral object can become charged.