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The Triboelectric Charging Video Tutorial discusses the charging process known as triboelectric charging. The process is described and demonstrated. The result of the process is explained. The use of a triboelectric series to predict the charge an object would acquire is discussed; examples are given.
The video lesson answers the following questions:
What is triboelectric charging and how does it occur?
How can the results of triboelectric charging be predicted?
Triboelectric Charging Concept Builder
Concept Builders are great learning tools for developing and refining an understanding of a topic. This Concept Builder has three activities that coordinate really well with this video tutorial.
Minds On Physics, Mission SE3 in the Static Electricity Module
We will be the first to admit that Minds On Physics (MOP) is not for everyone. But those who can sustain the workout and mental exercise that it provides in careful reading, deep thinking, and conceptual reasoning will be richly rewarded with a solid understanding of a topic. Why not roll up your sleeves and take on the task of Mission SE3?
Curriculum Corner, Static Electricity Section
Our Curriculum Corner is composed of a collection of Think Sheets. Each one makes for a great component of any Lesson Plan. They work great for both independent practice exercises and cooperative group exercises. The following Think Sheet makes a great complement to this video: Charging by Friction (Triboelectric Charging)
Triboelectric Charging Concept Builder
A Concept Builder can be one of the best tools to deepen a student's conceptual understanding. And when combined with a Task Tracker subscription, you can track students' progress on the various parts of the activity. This Concept Builder has three activities, each of which coordinates well with this video tutorial.
Physics Interactives, Static Electricity Chapter, Name That Charge
This interactive skill-building activity at our Interactives section is like a blend of a Concept Builder and an animation. The content covers more than triboelectric charging; it also includes charging by induction and conduction. We highly recommend it when your students are ready.
Physics Interactives, Static Electricity Chapter, Charging Simulation
You can learn a lot by playing. And with this simulation, you can see those + and - charges as you play with charged balloons and conductors. Give your students an opportunity to manipulate variables and experiment with charge.
Physics Classroom Tutorial, Static Elecricity Chapter
It reads like a book ... but much better. Our Tutorial section has long been the most trafficked section of our website. And for good reason - it's understandable. We recommend leaving links to specific pages on your Course page. The following page will be a helpful complement to this video: Triboelectric Charging
Teacher Toolkit: Charge, Charge Interactions, and Charging Methods
Teacher Toolkits provide teachers with a collection of resources that are ideal for planning standards-based, multimedia lessons and units. We've combed the web and selected some of the best, most professional simulations, videos, and other tools that complement the resources present at The Physics Classroom.
Slides
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