I'm wondering about the effect of rubbing a coin briskly between my fingers. Will it generate heat? Will the coin's surface change? Or is there some other reaction that occurs?
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Riccardo
Mon Nov 11 2024
Rubbing a coin between our fingers involves friction.
Stefano
Mon Nov 11 2024
This friction causes a shortage or excess of electrons in the region where the coin is rubbed.
BonsaiBeauty
Sun Nov 10 2024
The coin, being a conductor, possesses free electrons.
Caterina
Sun Nov 10 2024
These free electrons are quickly redistributed within the coin.
Martina
Sun Nov 10 2024
The redistribution of electrons within the coin serves to neutralize any charge that may have been produced.