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ChemistryPhysicsPhysical Science

Sticky tape part 1

Grades 6–8, 9–12 · 20 min · by Peter Bohacek · Updated Aug 30, 2026

Students explore electric charge with this simple introduction to the invisible world of electron transfer.

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Equipment needed

two lengths of transparent tape, like scotch tape, about 6 inches long per student
two lengths of transparent tape, like scotch tape, about 6 inches long per student
a pen
a pen

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