Difference between electric, electrical and electrostatic

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Electric, electrical, and electrostatic forces have distinct meanings in physics. "Electric" refers to forces related to electric charges, while "electrical" pertains to systems or devices that utilize electricity. "Electrostatic" specifically describes forces between stationary charges, indicating a lack of movement or change. The discussion clarifies that electrostatic force applies to point charges, whereas electrical force relates to changing electric fields. Understanding these differences is crucial for accurate application in physics.
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Is there a difference between electric, electrical and electrostatic force?

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I used them interchageably. Is it incorrect?
 
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mystreet123 said:

Homework Statement


Is there a difference between electric, electrical and electrostatic force?

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution


I used them interchageably. Is it incorrect?
"static" implies not changing. That would not necessarily be true for the first two terms...
 
berkeman said:
"static" implies not changing. That would not necessarily be true for the first two terms...
So for point charge it provides electrostatic force while changing electric field gives electrical force?
Thanks for replying!
 
mystreet123 said:
So for point charge it provides electrostatic force while changing electric field gives electrical force?
Thanks for replying!
That sounds accurate to me. :smile:
 
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