Balloons and Static Electricity Simulation

Configuration

Use these controls to change the model and guide students step by step.

Balloons

Charge View

Scene Options

Show force arrows Auto movement

− electrons move

+ positive charges stay

Near wall = induction / polarization

Observation Table

Time	Observation
0s	Simulation started with neutral objects.

Live readings for charge transfer and electric force.

The balloon is neutral. It has equal positive and negative charges.

Balloon A Net Charge

0

Negative value means it gained electrons.

Balloon B Net Charge

Hidden

Turn on two balloons to compare repulsion.

Sweater Net Charge

0

Positive because electrons leave the sweater.

Exam idea: Static electricity is produced by transfer of electrons. Like charges repel and unlike charges attract.

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Try Own Problem

Problem category

Choose a category and enter the known values, then click Calculate & Run to see the simulation.