Electrostatic discharge refers to the sudden transfer of static electricity between two objects with different electrical potentials. It occurs when there is an imbalance of charges on objects due to friction or contact.
Coulomb's Law: Coulomb's Law describes the force between charged particles based on their magnitudes and distances apart.
Grounding: Grounding involves connecting an object or system to Earth or another large conductor to prevent excess accumulation of charge.
Lightning: Lightning is a natural example of electrostatic discharge that occurs between clouds or between a cloud and the ground, resulting in a visible flash and thunder.
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