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Question 1

What is the sensation felt when touching a door knob?

Answer 1

The sensation is an example of static electricity.

The term ‘static’ can be deceptive, implying ‘no motion,’ while it is actually common.

Question 2

What happens to an electron when it is transferred between materials?

Answer 2

The material that loses an electron becomes positively charged, while the material that gains the electron becomes negatively charged.

Question 3

What occurs when two non-conducting materials come into contact?

Answer 3

A charge imbalance is formed between the two materials.

Depending on the triboelectric properties, one material may capture electrons from the other.

Question 4

What happens if two materials are separated after contact?

Answer 4

A charge imbalance remains between the two materials.

Question 5

What is an example of materials that exhibit triboelectric properties?

Answer 5

Amber and wool are examples of materials that can exhibit triboelectric properties.