static celectricity Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what happens when two insulated materials are rubbed together?
A
the materials become statically charged
2
Q
why can insulator become charged when rubbed together?
A
- the electrons are rubbed from one material to another
- the material that gains charge becomes negatively charged
- the material losing electrons become positively charged
3
Q
when two electrically charged materials are rubbed together they …
A
exert forces on each other
4
Q
what is an electric field ?
A
a region in which a charged object will experience a non contact force
5
Q
where can electric fields be found ?
A
surrounding any charged object.
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