Title: Creating Static Electricity

Materials: 1. Balloon 2. Wool or fur cloth 3. Hairbrush or comb 4. Aluminum can or small piece of paper

Instructions: 1. Begin by gathering all the materials needed for this experiment: a balloon, wool or fur cloth, a hairbrush or comb, and an aluminum can or small piece of paper.

1. Rub the balloon against your hair or on the wool or fur cloth. Make sure to rub it vigorously for about 30 seconds. This action transfers electrons from your hair or the cloth to the balloon, creating a static charge.

2. Once you have charged the balloon, hold it near small pieces of paper or an aluminum can. Observe what happens. The static charge on the balloon will attract the lightweight paper or can, causing it to move towards the balloon.

3. Try experimenting with different objects to see how they react to the static charge. You can try holding the balloon near your hair or a friend’s hair to see if it causes the hair to stand up. You can also try holding the balloon near small pieces of paper or other lightweight objects to observe their movement.

4. To discharge the static electricity, simply touch the balloon to a grounded object, such as a metal doorknob or faucet. This will allow the excess electrons to flow from the balloon to the grounded object, neutralizing the static charge.

5. Remember to always be cautious when experimenting with static electricity. Avoid rubbing the balloon on delicate or flammable materials, and never touch the balloon to your face or eyes.

6. Have fun exploring the fascinating world of static electricity! Try different materials and objects to see how they interact with the charged balloon.