Static electricity is a phenomenon caused by charge imbalance, and the human body will produce static electricity in many cases. Static electricity does little harm to human body. Although the voltage of static electricity may be high, the current of electrostatic discharge is very small. Under normal circumstances, electrostatic discharge will only cause slight tingling and discomfort, but it will not cause harm to human body. But in special circumstances, we should try to avoid the generation and accumulation of static electricity.
For example, in the operating room and other environments that need high cleanliness, the existence of static electricity may affect the accuracy and effect of surgery; In the factory, static electricity may lead to explosion or fire and other dangerous situations; In the manufacture and use of electronic equipment, static electricity may also cause damage to the equipment. Try to avoid the generation and accumulation of static electricity in daily life, such as using antistatic materials and maintaining proper humidity.
Methods of preventing static electricity
1. Try to choose underwear, sheets and quilts made of natural textiles such as cotton, hemp and silk, and wear less clothes made of chemical fiber. Try not to put or put less household appliances in the bedroom to avoid electric field and electric shock caused by close contact between human body and electrical appliances. It's best to watch TV more than 2 meters away from TV and try to stay away from computers and mobile phones.
2. In order to reduce static accumulation, we can increase indoor humidity. Sprinkle some water on the ground, put a basin of water and turn on the humidifier, which are all good methods. Before using electrical equipment, simply wash your hands and dry them with clean water, which can also prevent electrostatic adsorption on the human body.
3. First use small metal devices such as keys or insulating rags to contact items that may generate static electricity, and then touch them by hand to avoid electric shock.
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