Static Electricity

What is static electricity?

• Electricity that flows in one direction

• Electricity that is sent over the air

• Electricity that constantly changes direction

• 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 the atom?

• Electrons and protons

• Neutrons and electrons

• Neutrons and protons

• Quarks and electrons

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

• Electrons

• Protons

• Neutrons

• All of the above

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

• They attract each other

• They will join together

• They repel each other

• They will cause an explosion

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Which of the following is a practical application for static electricity?

• Printers

• Air filters

• Copiers

• All of the Above

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 electricity discharge?

• Light bulbs

• Fans

• Electronic chips

• Copper wires

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

• An electric socket in your home

• Your pants sticking to your legs

• All of the above