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Uses of Static Electricity

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Uses of Static Electricity

Static electricity has many uses. Two examples are:

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Insecticide spraying

  • Insecticide is given an electrostatic charge when it is released.
  • The insecticide is then attracted to the earth so moves away from the sprayer.
  • There is a repulsion between the droplets of insecticide which means the droplets don't clump together.
  • This gives an even layer of insecticide on the ground.
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Photocopying

  • The areas to receive ink are positively charged and the ink is negatively charged, which ensures an even coat of ink in the right places.

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1.1Basics of Motion

1.2Forces

1.3Effects of Forces

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4Energy Resources & Energy Transfers

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