SCIENCE | HISTORY | FACTS | EXPERIMENT on Instagram: "Static electricity is one of the most common yet least understood forms of energy around us — and it’s happening right now even as you watch! ⚡🔬 1️⃣ What It Is: Electrostatic force occurs when electric charges build up on surfaces. Rubbing two materials together transfers electrons, creating a charge imbalance. 2️⃣ The Attraction: Opposite charges attract and like charges repel — that’s why balloons stick to walls 🎈, hair stands up, or dust

Physics Uncovered on Instagram: "Electrostatic friction is one of the subtle forces that helps objects stay put — even when the surface seems smooth. When two materials come into contact, electrons can transfer between them. This creates tiny patches of positive and negative charge. Those opposite charges attract each other, adding a small “electrostatic grip” on top of normal friction. That’s why things like paper, plastic, or your phone case sometimes cling to a table, a screen, or even your c