Difference between electrostatic charges& electric charges

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The discussion centers on the distinction between electrostatic charges and electric charges. Participants emphasize the foundational concepts of positive and negative charges in electrostatics, as well as the principles of current electricity. A specific formula, P=I^2R, is mentioned in relation to tungsten's resistance and its effect on power generation when a large current flows. The conversation encourages further research into these topics to clarify understanding.

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  • Understanding of electrostatic charges and their properties
  • Familiarity with electric charge concepts
  • Knowledge of current electricity principles
  • Basic grasp of electrical formulas, specifically P=I^2R
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  • Research the fundamentals of electrostatic charges
  • Explore the concept of electric charge in detail
  • Study the relationship between resistance and power in conductors
  • Investigate the formation of lightning and its connection to electrostatics
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What's the difference between electrostatic charges& electric charges
 
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Angela Liang said:
What's the difference between electrostatic charges& electric charges

hi there Angela

What have you discovered so far in your research. Let us know and we can see if your are on the right path :smile:Dave
 
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Ok. It's all in another forum. I found out that given the high resistance of a tungsten, it can produce large power when a large current passes through( P=I^2R. )And there is way to increase temperature of the conductor through external sources. So this means R increases without the current being purposely changed ( but it decreases due to increased resistance and a fixed voltage...I inferred this part...not sure whether it's correct tho)

That has nothing to do with the question you asked in your OPDave
 
davenn said:
That has nothing to do with the question you asked in your OPDave
I know. That's what I asked in the other forum. I just started this forum on this qn.
 
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Angela Liang said:
I know. That what I asked in the other forum. I just started this forum on this qn.
For electrostatic we only learned +/- charges and about how lightning is formed. So after that we learned about current electricity.
 
first suggestion ... do a little research
At PF we try to help people to learn for themselves

google ... what is electrostatic charges?
google ... what is electric charge?

see what you come up with ... then come back with specific questions on anything you need clarified :smile:regards
Dave
 

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