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∙ 11y agoIt's a non-conductor (of electricity).
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∙ 11y agothe fast dissipation of static electricity (static charge).
When you rub a plastic straw with polythene, the plastic straw becomes negatively charged due to the transfer of electrons between the materials. Electrons are transferred from the polythene to the plastic straw, leaving the straw with a negative charge.
You can rub the plastic strip with a cloth made of wool or fur to create a static charge. The static charge will attract the tiny bits of paper to the plastic strip.
"Static electricity" is more accurately referred to as "static charge". Yes, of course you can. you just rub 2 good insulators together (plastic is recommended) and use it to pick up small bits of paper. static is electricity that doesn't move in a current. Or, run a plastic comb through your hair. It will take on a static charge.
"Static" in static electricity refers to the buildup of electric charge on an object that remains stationary. This charge does not flow as a current but instead accumulates on the surface of the object.
When a plastic rod is rubbed with a cloth, the plastic rod gains a static electric charge. This charge is due to the transfer of electrons between the rod and the cloth, creating an imbalance of positive and negative charges on the rod's surface.
The activity with the cotton ball and plastic helps demonstrate the concept of static electricity. When you rub the plastic on the cotton ball, electrons transfer from the plastic to the cotton ball, resulting in a buildup of static charge on the cotton ball. The cotton ball can then be attracted to objects with the opposite charge or repelled by objects with the same charge, showcasing how static electricity works.
Yes, when you rub two balloons together, they will create a static charge. This static charge can attract lightweight objects like a plastic bag, causing it to stick to the balloons.
It creates friction which, in turn, creates static electricity therefore giving the plastic a positive charge.
To demonstrate static electricity with a plastic comb and dry hair, first rub the comb against the dry hair to create a static charge. Then, bring the charged comb close to small pieces of paper. The paper bits should be attracted to the comb due to the static charge, showcasing the effects of static electricity.
When a plastic rod is rubbed with a woolen cloth, electrons are transferred from the wool to the plastic due to the friction between the two materials. This transfer of electrons creates a static charge on the plastic rod, giving it a negative charge and the wool a positive charge.
Materials that are poor conductors of electricity tend to create the greatest static charge when they are rubbed together. Examples include materials like rubber, plastic, and certain types of fabrics like wool or polyester.