Static Electricity

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What happens to an object when it loses electrons?

Back

The object becomes positively charged.

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In a neutral atom, what is equal to the number of electrons?

Back

The number of protons.

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What do atoms gain or lose to become charged?

Back

Electrons.

Front

What occurs between a positively-charged object and a negatively-charged object?

Back

They attract each other.

Front

What causes static charges to build up?

Back

Electrons move within an object.

Front

What are the three main subatomic particles?

Back

Protons, neutrons, and electrons.

Front

What charge do protons carry?

Back

Positive charge.

Front

What charge do electrons carry?

Back

Negative charge.

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What charge do neutrons carry?

Back

No charge (neutral).

Front

What is static electricity?

Back

A buildup of electric charge on the surface of objects.