Energy & Static Electricity Basics

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What is a proton?

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A proton is a positively charged particle found in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is a neutron?

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A neutron is a neutral particle found in the nucleus of an atom, with no electric charge.

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What is an electron?

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An electron is a negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom.

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What happens when two positively charged objects are brought close together?

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They repel each other.

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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.

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What is the charge of a proton?

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The charge of a proton is positive.

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What is the charge of an electron?

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The charge of an electron is negative.

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What is the charge of a neutron?

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A neutron has no charge (it is neutral).

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What happens when a negatively charged object comes close to a neutral object?

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The negatively charged object can attract the neutral object.

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What is the principle of attraction and repulsion in static electricity?

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Opposite charges attract each other, while like charges repel each other.