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Electrostatic

usgb/ɪˌlektrəʊˈstætɪk/Volume
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Scientific Term

Used in physics to describe phenomena involving stationary electric charges.

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When combing your hair, you might feel electrostatic forces as your hair sticks to the comb.
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Everyday Examples

Common in daily life, like static electricity from rubbing balloons on your sweater.

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Rubbing a balloon on my shirt creates an electrostatic charge, making it stick to the wall.
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Non-Moving Charges

Emphasizes the charge's lack of movement, as opposed to electrical currents.

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During the experiment, the electrostatic attraction between the objects was observed.
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