Conversation Starters: The Rise And Fall of Static Man

Inspectors Mindy and Razzy got all suited up in trench coats and thinking caps to investigate the mystery of Static Man. What would your dream investigator suit look like? Describe it in detail.

Triboelectricity is the scientific name for static electricity that has been generated from friction. Can you think of another name for it?

In this episode we are reminded by Guy Raz that with every new discovery comes the choice of whether to use that knowledge for good or for evil. What are some ideas you might have for how to use the power of static electricity for good?