Why do you get a shock from a Van de Graaff generator?

Why do you get a shock from a Van de Graaff generator? Generally, the stored charges on the Van de Graaff generator want to try to get into the ground. The earth is very big and the negatively charged particles (electrons) can get very far away from each other. If you touch the generator, all … Continue reading Why do you get a shock from a Van de Graaff generator?