AQA GCSE Physics · 8463
Specification 4.2.5.1 · Paper 1
- Revise: Static charge
An imbalance of positive and negative charge that remains on an object rather than flowing away continuously.
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GCSE Physics · key term
An imbalance of electric charge that remains on an object rather than flowing away.
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Specification 4.2.5.1 · Paper 1
An imbalance of positive and negative charge that remains on an object rather than flowing away continuously.
Specification 11.7P · Paper 2
A build-up of electric charge on an object.
Revise: Dangers of SparkingWhen materials move against one another, electrons can be transferred, leaving a build-up of static charge. If the charge difference between two nearby objects becomes large enough, charge can pass suddenly through the air. This discharge is a spark.
Specification P3.1c · Paper 1 (Foundation), Paper 3 (Higher)
Revise: Electron transferOn an insulator, this charge can remain in place as static charge.
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