Snapquiz - Static Electricity

This is the Snapquiz on Static Electricity. Click here or use the embedded video if you haven't watched the lesson yet.


Question 1. If you hold a charged plastic rod near a stream of water from a tap, what will happen?

The stream could be either attracted or repelled by the rod.
The stream will be repelled by the rod.
The stream will be attracted by the rod.
Nothing.


Question 2. Which statement is correct?

Like charges do nothing.
Opposite charges attract.
Opposite charges repel.
Like charges attract.


Question 3. How does a photocopier rely on static charge?

The charge attracts tiny particles of toner.
The charge powers the light.
The charge moves the paper.
The charge drives the motors.


Question 4. Which material won't build up a static charge by rubbing it against an insulator?

Rubber.
Glass.
Copper.
Polythene.


Question 5. Which particle has a positive charge?

Electron.
Photon.
Neutron.
Proton.


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