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Answers to Readers' Questions on Overcoming Static Cling and Flyaway Hair
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Sparks are flying in my bed
Question
November 6, 2009
my bedding and blankets become full of static as soon as the cold weather comes. when I get out of bed the sparks start flying. Is my room too dry or is it my body?
mary - Canada
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Answer
Polyester sheets and blankets made of synthetic materials are more prone to building up static electricity in dry weather. Also, if you have polyester pajamas or nightie, they build up charges from rubbing on your skin.
If you have problems with sparks flying in bed, try cotton sheets and/or pajamas. Increasing the humidity in the room is always a good idea in winter.
Why does my hair stand on end?
Question
April 1, 2009
Sometimes when you take off a piece of nylon clothing, your hair stands on end. Explain how this happens?
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Edmund - Singapore
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Answer
The nylon clothing rubbing on your skin creates static electricity on your body. Those electric charges are transferred to your hair through electrostatic induction.
See:
http://www.school-for-champions.com/science/static_induction.htm
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