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Static electricity is generated by the imbalance of electric charges on the surface of objects. While static electricity can produce a spark or shock, it does not provide a continuous flow of electrons needed to power appliances. Appliances require a steady flow of electrons, which is typically provided by sources like batteries or electrical outlets. Static electricity lacks the capacity to sustain a continuous flow of electrons, making it unsuitable for powering appliances.

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Why cant nothing be charged by static electricity?

Charging an object by static electricity involves the transfer of electrons between objects. If "nothing" is being referred to, it means there are no objects or materials present to transfer electrons and establish a charge. Charging requires at least two different materials to interact and exchange electrons to create an electric charge.


Why cant static electricity be created on a metal tube by rubbing it with another material?

Static electricity is typically generated by the transfer of electrons between two materials with different tendencies to attract electrons. Since metals are conductive, any excess charge on the metal tube will quickly dissipate due to the free movement of electrons within the metal. This prevents the buildup of static electricity on a metal tube when rubbed with another material.


How does static electricity damage your drive?

Static electricity build-up can be strong enough to melt the microscopic internal circuitry inside micro-chips. It's not the voltage of the static that does the damage - it's the power (amps) behind the charge.


Why is static electricity a uncontroled form of electricity?

It cant run electrical things with it, you kind of dont expect it to happen it just happens. Thier is nothing you can really do. Once friction builds up it can create a positive charge or a negative charge , so when the friction is built up it can shock you at any time. There isnt really a time you can say,it just happens at any time when the friction builds up and its ready to discharge.


Is static electricity in magnets?

Static electricity uses positive and negative charges contained within a non-conductive material to attract or repel another object with off balanced charges. Magnetism uses the polarity of atoms to attract or repel another object that can potentially be a magnet.

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Why cant nothing be charged by static electricity?

Charging an object by static electricity involves the transfer of electrons between objects. If "nothing" is being referred to, it means there are no objects or materials present to transfer electrons and establish a charge. Charging requires at least two different materials to interact and exchange electrons to create an electric charge.


Why cant conductors generate static electricity when rubbed together?

Static electricity causes electrons to move from one material to the other. In an insulator, these electrons can't flow back to equalise the charges, whereas in a conductor they can; so whilst they could conceivably generate static electricity, it would be lost as quickly as it was made.


What are the bad uses about hydroelectric power?

there are no bad uses of hydro electricity and cant be


Why cant static electricity be created on a metal tube by rubbing it with another material?

Static electricity is typically generated by the transfer of electrons between two materials with different tendencies to attract electrons. Since metals are conductive, any excess charge on the metal tube will quickly dissipate due to the free movement of electrons within the metal. This prevents the buildup of static electricity on a metal tube when rubbed with another material.


How does static electricity damage your drive?

Static electricity build-up can be strong enough to melt the microscopic internal circuitry inside micro-chips. It's not the voltage of the static that does the damage - it's the power (amps) behind the charge.


How do you sell your room in static hotel?

You cant sell your room in static hotel


What are the advantages and disadvantages of electric appliances?

Electrical power advantages include: 1. clean. 2. cheap 3. easily be switched on and off 4. Easy to transport via power lines 5. Easy to convert 6. Can be produced using many methods Disadvantages: 1. often made through dirty methods 2. Can be unsafe if not handled correctly 3. Humans can become dependent on the regular flow of energy


Is electricity wasted by simply leaving small appliances and table lamps plugged in if they do not have a pilot light or standby mode?

In short yes but it depends, mostly it's those appliances that use electricity in standby mode. The easiest way to tell is if it produces heat even when off. Run your hand over the top and feel for heat. TV's, computers, VCR's, DVD's anything with a timer or a clock and chargers for cellphones etc. Other things like lamps dont use electricity when plugged in. They cant because they use a simple circuit, it is either on or off.


Why is static electricity a uncontroled form of electricity?

It cant run electrical things with it, you kind of dont expect it to happen it just happens. Thier is nothing you can really do. Once friction builds up it can create a positive charge or a negative charge , so when the friction is built up it can shock you at any time. There isnt really a time you can say,it just happens at any time when the friction builds up and its ready to discharge.