2.5.2

Charging an Object

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Charging an Object

Objects become charged by gaining or losing electrons.

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Losing/gaining electrons

  • Electrons are negatively charged.
  • An object that loses electrons becomes positively charged and an object that gains electrons becomes negatively charged.
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Sparks

  • When there is a difference between the positive and negative charge of two objects, there is a potential difference between the two objects. This potential difference causes a rapid transfer of charge. Energy is stored in an electrostatic store and a spark is produced.
  • In clouds during a storm, charge builds up and creates lightning, which is an example of a spark.

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