26. Is there static electricity in space? (A K2S Question)
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Yes, there is static electricity in space and equipment must be grounded to prevent any damage from static. Astronauts on board the ISS wear special anti-static wrist guards to prevent any electrostatic damage to equipment that they are servicing or using.
Answer provided by Jim Zebrowski
Question and Answer extracted from the book Kids to Space - by Lonnie Schorer
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