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The distinct smell associated with static electricity is caused by the release of ozone gas when electrical charges build up and discharge in the air.

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What is the smell associated with static electricity?

The smell associated with static electricity is often described as a sharp or metallic scent.


Why is lighting described as static electricity?

Lighting is not typically described as static electricity. Static electricity refers to the buildup of electric charge on the surface of an object, while lighting refers to the discharge of atmospheric electricity. They both involve the movement of electric charge, but they are distinct phenomena with different causes and characteristics.


What causes friction in satic electricity?

There is no friction IN static electricity. However static electricity can be caused BY friction.


What force causes what causes a static cling In a dryer?

Electricity is the force of what causes static cling in a dryer.


What are 2 causes static electricity?

Static electricity translates into electrons not in motion. Typically, you rub rubber on fur to get static electricity. I get static electricity from petting my cat (I am a rubber of my cat, but I am not made of rubber.)


Is an object with static electricity neutral?

yes


Is the static discharge a flow of electrons?

Static discharge is the spark associated with static electricity that is caused by electrostatic discharge.


Why isn't static electricity used to power to appliance?

electricity is something that causes shocks


The force of what causes static cling in a dryer?

The force of static electricity is what causes static cling in a dryer. As clothes tumble in the dryer, friction between different fabrics generates an imbalance of electric charge, leading to the attraction between clothing fibers that results in static cling.


Can static electricity cause blisters?

No, static electricity typically does not cause blisters. Blisters are usually caused by friction, burns, or skin irritation. Static electricity can cause a shock sensation or spark, but it is not associated with blister formation.


Can you give me 1 example of static electricity?

One example of static electricity is when you drag your feet across the floor and then shock someone. The shock is the static electricity.


Can neutrons cause static electricity?

No. The movement of electrons is what causes electricity, and neutrons take no part in it.