Ever felt a zap when touching a doorknob or pulling off a sweater? That’s static electricity—a buildup of electric charge caused by friction.
When two objects rub together (like socks on a carpet), electrons transfer from one surface to another, creating an imbalance. The moment you touch something conductive, like metal, the charge jumps, creating a tiny spark.
This phenomenon explains why balloons stick to walls after being rubbed on hair or why lightning—nature’s ultimate static discharge—occurs during storms.
From fun science tricks to real-world applications, static electricity is one of the most shocking forces in nature!
