Charge Distribution Upon Contact: How Do Objects of Different Charges Interact?

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When two objects with different charges come into contact, electrons typically move from the negatively charged object to the positively charged one. This charge transfer can be illustrated by everyday experiences, such as static electricity from rubbing feet on carpet. The distribution of charges is influenced by the potential difference between the two objects, rather than mass, volume, or surface area. Understanding this interaction is crucial for grasping fundamental electrostatic principles. Overall, charge distribution upon contact is primarily driven by the potential difference between the objects involved.
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What happens when two objects of different charges come into contact? Do they distribute the charges per mass, volume, surface area or something else?
 
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Generally you will have electrons move from the negatively charged object to the positively charged one, as rubbing your feet on carpet and touching a doorhandle will demonstrate. I'm not sure, but I believe the charges are distributed purely based on the potential difference in the two objects.
 

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