If, however, some materials have
Electrons in the outer levels, the attraction between these electrons and the protons in the nucleus is weak.
Making it easy to remove these electrons from the atoms by simply rubbing the object against a material.
When certain materials are rubbed together
An electrical charge can develop.
Only electrons
Are transferred.
Material that loses electrons
Becomes positively charged.
Material that gains electrons
Becomes negatively charged.
Like charges
Repel
Unlike charges
Attract
Sparks or shocks are caused
By a discharge of the electrons.
Static electricity is more
Effective in dry air.
Drivers getting out of their cars
Charged built up by friction between the driver and their seat.
Walking on a carpet
Charged built up by friction between the person and the carpet.