Static Electricity

What is static electricity?

• It is electricity that flows in one direction.

• It is electricity that is sent over the air.

• It is electricity that constantly changes direction.

• It is an electrical charge on the surface of an object.

True or False: Static electricity constantly flows in the same direction.

• True

• False

What two atomic particles make up the nucleus of an atom?

• electrons and protons

• neutrons and electrons

• neutrons and protons

• quarks and protons

What atomic particles move from one surface to another in order to form a static charge?

• electrons

• protons

• neutrons

• all of these answers

What happens when two items with positive charges come close to each other?

• They attract each other

• They will join together

• They will cause a subatomic explosion

• They will repel each other

Which of the following is a practical application for static electricity

• printers

• copiers

• air filters

• all of the choices

• none of the choices

True or False: Static electricity will build up faster on a dry day.

• True

• False

What type of electronics can be easily damaged by a static electrical discharge?

• light bulbs

• electronic chips

• copper wires

• electronic connectors

True or False: If you have built up a static electric charge on your skin, it is likely to discharge when you touch something metal.

• True

• False

Which of the following is an example of static electricity?

• An electric socket in your home

• Electricity from a light bulb

• Your pants sticking to your legs

• All of the choices