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The Increasing Role of Chemistry in Understanding Triboelectric Charging of Insulating Materials – A Paradigm Shift

Meurig W. Williams

Physical Science International Journal · pp. 88–92 · Published 6 Nov 2014

10.9734/PSIJ/2015/14033

Abstract

Triboelectric charging of insulating materials has traditionally been considered a physics problem, but chemistry is playing a rapidly increasing role. Several important advances have been made since the last reviews. These developments, together with description of the role of chemistry, are reported here.  

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