ELECTROSTATIC CHARGES

Stuff you need

1. Smooth sheet of newspaper
2. Smooth table top

How to do

1. Put newspaper on the table
2. With both hands rub it against the table
3. Notice how it sticks to the table
4. Lift up a corner of the paper and see what happens
5. Rub the paper with a pencil or different pieces of cloth and see what happens

Result

1. Newspaper will cling to the table

Why

1. Electrostatic charges are created by friction

Extra stuff to do

1. Try different kinds and thicknesses of paper
2. Use different surfaces to rub the paper on