Web-based Practice
Balloons and Static Electricity by PhET
Course, Subject
Biology/Living Environment, Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics, Math, Science & Technology
Grade Levels
Intermediate, Commencement, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade
Description
This simulation will allow students to:
- answer the question: Why does a balloon stick to your sweater?
- rub a balloon on a sweater, then let go of the balloon, it flies over and sticks to the sweater
- view the charges in the sweater, balloons, and the wall
Website(s)
PhET Interactive Simulations
Simulation
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Requirements
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Content Provider
Physics Education Technology (PhET)
The Physics Education Technology (PhET) project at the University of Colorado produces fun, interactive simulations of physical phenomena that make bridges to the real world
