Why do you experience a shock or even see a spark when you reach for a doorknob.

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Physics

Devan

23 March, 23:50

Why do you experience a shock or even see a spark when you reach for a doorknob.

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Leandro Gardner · Answer 1

Answer: static electricity

Explanation:

You see, you rubbed your body either against a coat or the carpet. It send negative electrons throughout your body and once you hit metal with your hand it creates an electric shock that's called static electricity.

Micaela Francis · Answer 2

When you touch a doorknob, all the charge wants to leave you and go to the doorknob. You see a spark and get a shock as the electrons leave you. Lightning is the result of static electricity.