Static electricity is the buildup of electric charge on the surface of an object. It is called "static" because the charges do not move. This phenomenon occurs when certain materials are rubbed against each other, causing electrons to be transferred from one material to the other. This transfer of electrons creates an imbalance of charges, resulting in static electricity.
Here are some simple experiments you can do to explore static electricity:
Static electricity has many practical applications in everyday life, including:
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