Why do you experience a shock or even see a spark when you reach for a doorknob.

Question

Physics

Mohammed Levine

3 February, 10:33

Why do you experience a shock or even see a spark when you reach for a doorknob.

+3

Answers (2)

Know the Answer?

Daniel Morrison · Answer 1

When you touch a doorknob, all the charge wants to leave you and go to the doorknob. You see a spark and get a shock as the electrons leave you. Lightning is the result of static electricity.

Lola Oliver · Answer 2

Answer: static electricity

Explanation:

You see, you rubbed your body either against a coat or the carpet. It send negative electrons throughout your body and once you hit metal with your hand it creates an electric shock that's called static electricity.