2006-07-18 16:44:11 · 7 answers · asked by dr.bebe 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
When you rub your feet on the carpet, you pull off some lose electrons from the atoms in the carpet (due to friction) and you gain a slight charge due to the extra electrons.
The "bolts" are the extra electrons trying to return to their source.
2006-07-18 16:50:55 · answer #1 · answered by Randy G 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Static Electricity
2006-07-18 23:47:48 · answer #2 · answered by SamWiseGamgee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Static Electricity.
2006-07-18 23:47:20 · answer #3 · answered by AdamKadmon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Static electricity lol
2006-07-18 23:47:14 · answer #4 · answered by miss_gem_01 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
static electricity from a buildup of electrons; often occurs on dry, cold days when you wear lots of wool
2006-07-19 00:37:22 · answer #5 · answered by Ashley 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
static electricity...also caused by dry weather
2006-07-18 23:49:43 · answer #6 · answered by blackolivesrule 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
static electricity created from friction, be it walking or whatever.
2006-07-19 00:10:12 · answer #7 · answered by Eric H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋