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Why does lightning not effect rubber shoes?

Rubber is an insulator, meaning that it does not conduct electricity very well. When lightning strikes, the electrical current follows the path of least resistance, which is usually a conductor like metal. Rubber shoes do not conduct electricity, so the lightning does not pass through them to reach the ground.


Why removing your shoes may stop you being zapped?

Removing your shoes can help prevent static electricity buildup because shoes with rubber soles can insulate you from the ground, allowing static electricity to build up and potentially cause a zap. When you remove your shoes, you are directly grounded, reducing the likelihood of static electricity discharge.


The rubbing of the carpet by your shoes causes your body to become electrified this is an exampe of static electricity?

Yes, that is correct. When you rub your shoes against the carpet, it causes a transfer of electrons between the materials, leading to an imbalance of charges on your body which results in static electricity.


What type of electricity is shuffling your feet across a carpet?

Static electricity is generated when you shuffle your feet across a carpet. This occurs when friction between your shoes and the carpet causes electrons to transfer, leading to an accumulation of charge on your body.


How scuffing you feet uses friction to charge your body?

When you scuff your feet on the ground, you create friction between your shoes and the surface. This friction causes the transfer of electrons between your shoes and the ground, resulting in your body becoming charged with static electricity.

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Why do sailors on oil tankers wear special conducting shoes?

so they dont slip because oil is slippy :/


Why does lightning not effect rubber shoes?

Rubber is an insulator, meaning that it does not conduct electricity very well. When lightning strikes, the electrical current follows the path of least resistance, which is usually a conductor like metal. Rubber shoes do not conduct electricity, so the lightning does not pass through them to reach the ground.


Does shoes with rubber soles prevent electric shocks?

well rubber is an insulator and does not conduct electricity so this might help prevent anelectricity shock.


What skills do sailors need?

Sailors deffinately need to know how to tie their shoes. Aslo, sailors need to know how to swin, hunt, bike, rin, and how to saddle a whale.


Why do shoes protect feet from the heat?

Shoes do not conduct heat therefore they protect feet from heat.


Does rubbing your shoes on the rug make electricity?

yes, it is called static electricity (has tension,)


Why removing your shoes may stop you being zapped?

Removing your shoes can help prevent static electricity buildup because shoes with rubber soles can insulate you from the ground, allowing static electricity to build up and potentially cause a zap. When you remove your shoes, you are directly grounded, reducing the likelihood of static electricity discharge.


Where can you buy Saints and Sailors Shoes?

Just bought a really great pair at Marshalls on sale for $5.00...


What did sailors wear?

Blue dungarees, white t-shirts, and blue and/or white sailor's hats, shoes optional.


Is a steel toe safer than a composite toe shoe?

Well, honey, technically both steel toe and composite toe shoes meet safety standards, but steel toes are known for their durability and impact resistance while composite toes are lighter and don't conduct electricity. So, it really depends on what kind of protection you need and what you find more comfortable. Just pick your poison, darling.


The rubbing of the carpet by your shoes causes your body to become electrified this is an exampe of static electricity?

Yes, that is correct. When you rub your shoes against the carpet, it causes a transfer of electrons between the materials, leading to an imbalance of charges on your body which results in static electricity.


What are the example of conductor?

Shoes or something to cover your feet to ground you so the electricity does not pass through your body from your feet