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static electricity

/ˈstætɪk ɪˌlekˈtrɪsɪti/

Traducción: Carga eléctrica que se acumula en la superficie de objetos al frotarse entre sí o al entrar en contacto y luego separarse, a menudo causando pequeñas chispas o descargas.

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/ˈstætɪk ɪˌlekˈtrɪsɪti/B2formalscientific
  • esCarga eléctrica que se acumula en la superficie de objetos al frotarse entre sí o al entrar en contacto y luego separarse, a menudo causando pequeñas chispas o descargas.

An electric charge that builds up on the surface of objects when they are rubbed together or come into contact and then separate, often causing small sparks or shocks.

  1. Electrical charge buildupB2formal

    An imbalance of electric charges within or on the surface of a material, typically caused by friction, that remains until it is discharged.

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    • Rubbing a balloon on your hair creates static electricity that can make the balloon stick to a wall.
    • You might get a small shock from static electricity when you touch a metal doorknob after walking on a carpet.
    • Static electricity can damage sensitive electronic components if not properly discharged.