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How do objects acquire a static charge? |
Two insulating materials rub together, electrons move from one to the other. One insulator will have a positive static charge from loss of electrons the other has a negative static charge due to the excess of electrons. |
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What happens if electrostatic charged build up? |
It can spark causing explosions if near anything flammable |
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How can we prevent this? What do we use it in? |
Earthing. Charged objects can connect to ground through a conductor to prevent built up charge. •Fuel tankers •Anti-static cloths •Insulated mats+cloths |
