Topic: Elecriticity and magnetism
Before you watch the video, answer the following question:
When was the last time you experienced static electricity? Describe the experience below.
How can you make the balloon stick to the sweater?
What makes it stick weakly versus strongly?
How do the plus or minus symbols help you decide whether something attracts or repels?
Using what you know, explain why the kid in the picture may “shock” her mom when she catches her. Answer with as much scientific language as possible.
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The mom may experience a shock from her child because...