To put it simply, static electricity is the small buildup of electrical charge on the surface of an object. It occurs when materials rub against each other and the friction often comes with a transfer ...

There is nothing more frustrating than finding a sock stuck to your pants leg thanks to static cling. Or the fear of "sparks" tingling your skin every time you pull on your sweater. The colder, drier ...

More than moisture, a humidifier improves sleep quality, protects furniture, supports skin and plants, and enhances everyday ...

A science demonstration by Mayur Vaishnav at Sandipani English School in Gujarat’s Halvad town captured students’ excitement ...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Have you gotten shocked while touching a doorknob or a metal surface recently? First Alert Meteorologist Nate Morris explains what causes static electricity and why it’s more common ...

Winter brings drier air inside and outside our homes, even in typically humid Southern areas. With less humidity comes static electricity and clothes that cling to your body. You may think the ...

Adding one-half cup of distilled white vinegar to the rinse cycle will help reduce static in the dryer. The vinegar helps rinse away detergent residue and relaxes clothing fibers so they are less ...

As winter sets in, many individuals face the challenge of increased hair fall. This season not only sees a rise in hair loss ...

A deputy fire chief testified that static electric discharge was the likely cause of the fire in the Oakland County ...

Researchers found a way to harness the fundamental properties of triboelectrification, which most people think of it as ...

Mars isn’t just dusty—it crackles with electricity. Scientists discovered that dust devils can generate tiny electric sparks, ...