Physics: Static Electricity
Test Quiz
1. What is static electricity?
a. Electricity that flows in one direction
b. Electricity that is sent over the air
c. Electricity that constantly changes direction
d. An electrical charge on the surface of an object
e. It is another name for digital electronics
2. True or False: Static electricity constantly flows in the same direction.
a. TRUE
b. FALSE
c.
d.
e.
3. What two atomic particles make up the nucleus of the atom?
a. Electrons and protons
b. Neutrons and electrons
c. Neutrons and protons
d. Quarks and electrons
e. Neutrons and quarks
4. What atomic particles move from one surface to another in order to form a static charge?
a. Electrons
b. Protons
c. Neutrons
d. All of the above
e. None of the Above
5. What happens when two items with positive charges come close to each other?
a. They attract each other
b. They will join together
c. They will cause an explosion
d. They repel each other
e. None of the Above
6. Which of the following is a practical application for static electricity?
a. Printers
b. Air filters
c. Copiers
d. Paint sprayers
e. All of the above
7. True or False: Static electricity will build up faster on a dry day.
a. TRUE
b. FALSE
c.
d.
e.
8. What type of electronics can be easily damaged by a static electricity discharge?
a. Light bulbs
b. Fans
c. Electronic chips
d. Copper wires
e. Connectors
9. True or False: If you have built up a static electric charge on your skin, it is likely to discharge when you touch something metal.
a. TRUE
b. FALSE
c.
d.
e.
10. Which of the following is an example of static electricity?
a. An electric socket in your home
b. Electricity for a light bulb
c. Your pants sticking to your legs
d. All of the above
e. None of the Above
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