Let us take a look at the two faces of static electricity. One is destructive, like lightning. What happens in this phenomenon is that when the voltage gradient of static electricity in clouds reaches a certain point, the energy is unleashed through what is called electrostatic discharge (ESD). It manifests in sparks and lightning. The same destructive force can cause fire and explosion.

The other face is gentle, delicate, and life sustaining. This is seen in pollens sticking to a bee because of the static electricity on the insect