Static electricity is the buildup of electric charges on the surface of a material. When two materials are rubbed together, electrons can be transferred from one material to the other, creating an imbalance of charge. This imbalance can cause the materials to attract or repel each other.
Carpet is a common material that can build up static electricity. This is because carpet is made of fibers that can easily rub against each other, creating friction. The friction between the fibers causes electrons to be transferred from one fiber to another, creating an imbalance of charge.
