Fundamentals of Physics Extended (10th Edition)

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Chapter 21 - Coulomb's Law - Problems - Page 628: 56b

Answer

Electrons jump from you to the faucet.

Work Step by Step

An electron is higher in mobility compared to proton, hence it easily jumps from one place to another. During your neutralization process, when you touch the faucet, charges in faucet may contain less electron and immediately receive the extra electrons from you thus creating the painful spark through the finger.
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