triboelectricity

Definition

Electronics

• The generation of electrostatic charges, or static electricity, through friction. For example, if a dielectric such as glass or amber is rubbed with a dissimilar dielectric such as silk or wool, and each is separated, such charges are produced. Also called frictional electricity.

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