Have you ever reached out to shake someone’s hand or touched a doorknob, only to feel a sudden zap like a tiny lightning bolt and end up saying “isme current hai!” That’s not actually current but static electricity, nature’s little prankster.

Everything around us is made of tiny things called atoms, and inside those atoms are even tinier things called electrons that carry electric charge in them. When you are walking on a carpet, pulling on a sweater, or even shifting in your seat; your body collects a buildup of electrical charges.

So, when you rub two things together, for example, your hair and a balloon an exchange of electrons happens between the atoms of the two elements which makes the balloon and your hair stick together!

Wondering why you feel more “current” in winters? Is it just a coincidence or you can actually blame the weather? Let's decode,

Dry and parched air is more prevalent during the cold season which makes the electrons build up easily on the surface of our skin. And, hence, more static electricity is created. So, yes you can blame the weather a little. Normally, these charges find ways to escape, but in winter, dry air plays the role of a bad conductor. Without the moisture to carry them away, those electrons stick around, building up more and more energy.

But don’t worry, there are ways to fight back against this sneaky winter villain. A humidifier can add moisture back into the air, and a little lotion on your skin can help prevent the charges from clinging to you like an unwanted guest.

Have you ever had such experiences? Tell us!