GCSE Physics Flashcards on Static Electricity, created by lizzy allen on 03/19/2014.
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State three ways in which static electricity can be a nuisance
Explain how static builds up
What happens to electrons when a polyethene rod is rubbed against a duster?
What happens to electrons when an acetate rod is rubbed against a duster?
How is a positive charge made?
What causes shocks/sparks?
How can charged conductors be discharged?
During earthing, what happens if the charge of the conductor is positive?
What happens during earthing when the charge is negative?
Why does static electricity attract dust?
Name a way that static electricity could be dangerous.
