What type of fields do static charges produce?

Static charges produce electric fields. When a charge is present, it creates a static electric field that extends into the space around it. This field is proportional to the amount of charge and diminishes with distance from the charge. The electric field can exert forces on other charges within its range, influencing their motion.

In contrast, magnetic fields primarily arise from moving charges or current flow, not static charges. Electromagnetic fields are generated by the combination of time-varying electric and magnetic fields, which can occur due to changing charges over time. Static magnetic fields are produced when there are steady currents flowing; however, this is not applicable in the case of just static charges. Therefore, the presence of static charges is characterized solely by their ability to create electric fields around them.