New York University
New York Univ.: Tandon School of Engineering: Static and Kinetic Friction [Ppt]
Explains what static and kinetic friction are and discusses the coefficient of friction for different situations. Presents two simple lab experiments and real-life examples of friction in action.
Concord Consortium
Concord Consortium: Sticking a Balloon to a Wall
A simulation to show how a charged balloon sticks to a neutral wall.
Concord Consortium
The Concord Consortium: What Are Some Examples of Things That Stick Together and Things That Do Not?
In this learning module from The Concord Consortium, students will watch what happens when a Van de Graaff generator is used.
MadSci Network
Mad Scientist Network: Building a Wimshurst Machine
Using a question and answer format, this page is a response to a question on how to build and use a Wimshurst machine. Directions and suggestions for building such a device are given. The principle of electrostatic induction which...
Other
Eds Journal: The Control of Risks From Static Electricity
From the ESD Journal website. This page describes the industrial and medical risks associated with the buildup of static charge. The investigation of the electric potential created by such accumulated charges and the materials...
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: John Travoltage
See how electrons build up and are discharged as static electricity.
University of California
University of California Berkeley: Charging an Electroscope by Induction
From the U.C. Berkeley Physics Lecture Demonstrations website. A thorough description of an activity in which a charged metal plate is used to charge an electroscope by induction. Complete directions and a diagram of the equipment and...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Calculating Static Friction: Lesson 2
This lesson demonstrates how to make calculations using static friction. It is 2 of 2 in the series titled "Calculating Static Friction."
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Static Electricity Review
This review from the Glenbrook South High School provides a series of questions on various topics associated with static electricity (such as electrical insulation). Answers and explanations are hidden, yet easily accessed from within a...
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Science Snacks: Charge and Carry
This site from The Exploratorium Museum is a full description of a short activity. An electrophorus plate and a Leyden jar are made. The electrophorus is charged by induction. Its charge is transferred to the Leyden jar by conduction...
Science Bob Pflugfelder
Science Bob: Make a Static Powered Dancing Ghost
Detailed instructions for making a static powered dancing ghost using common supplies.