Question

which of these is an example of an electrostatic discharge?
a a lightning bolt strikes a tall building.
b a battery stops producing electricity.
c an outdoor porch light is turned off.
d a match is struck against a rock.
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Explanation:

Electrostatic discharge is the sudden flow of electricity between two electrically charged objects. A lightning bolt is a large - scale electrostatic discharge. A battery stopping producing electricity (B) is related to chemical reactions in the battery losing their ability. Turning off an outdoor porch light (C) is just breaking an electrical circuit. Striking a match against a rock (D) is a chemical reaction (combustion) due to friction, not electrostatic discharge.

Answer:

A. A lightning bolt strikes a tall building.