Question

Which statement describes an example of static electricity?

O A. A person rubs a shoe on a rug, causing extra electrons to be
transferred to the shoe.
O B. Electric charges move from a position of higher potential energy
to a position of lower potential energy.
O C. Electrons flow from an outlet into a toaster, causing it to heat a
slice of bread.
O D. A conductor allows electrons to flow through it.

Answer 1

The example of static electricity is when a person rubs a shoe on a rug, and extra electrons are transferred to the shoe, leading to an accumulation of static charge.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statement that describes an example of static electricity is:

A. A person rubs a shoe on a rug, causing extra electrons to be transferred to the shoe.

This is an example of static electricity because when you rub two different materials together, such as a shoe and a rug, electrons can be transferred from one object to the other. This transfer creates an excess of negative charge (electrons) on one object and a deficiency on the other, leading to static electricity. When the charged object comes into contact with another object or a conductor, the excess electrons can jump, resulting in the familiar 'zap' or spark.