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Electrostatic

usgb/ɪˌlektrəʊˈstætɪk/Volume
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Scientific TermPlay
Used in physics to describe phenomena involving stationary electric charges. SlideWhen combing your hair, you might feel electrostatic forces as your hair sticks to the comb.
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Common in daily life, like static electricity from rubbing balloons on your sweater. SlideRubbing a balloon on my shirt creates an electrostatic charge, making it stick to the wall.
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Emphasizes the charge's lack of movement, as opposed to electrical currents. SlideDuring the experiment, the electrostatic attraction between the objects was observed.
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