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Question

explain this phenomenon using electrical concepts:

you are scuffing your slippers across a very thick carpet. when you reach to turn on the t.v, you see a spark jump from your finger to the t.v

Answer 1

Static electricity has huge voltage the average small spark is 30,000 volts the amperage is minimal

Answer 2

You are experiencing static electricity. When you walk, you are ripping electrons from the carpet, creating a negative charge on your body. When you touch the TV, it is less negative or positive with respect to your body and since opposites attract, the electrons jump to the TV. If the voltage is high enough you will see the spark which can be thousands of volts. The phenomenon happens even if you don't see a spark or feel the shock. In such a case, the voltage is too low for you to feel or see a spark.

Answer 3

This is static electricity at work, if the jolt bothers you, here is a tip. Pinch a key between your thumb and forefinger and touch the key to TV, the electricity will drain from your body without the painful jolt.