What is a potential consequence of static electricity near solvents in a paint shop?

Static electricity near solvents in a paint shop poses a significant risk because it can indeed lead to ignitions and explosions. Solvents often have volatile organic compounds that are highly flammable. When static electricity builds up, it can discharge as a spark, igniting these flammable vapors and potentially resulting in fire or explosion. This is especially critical in environments where paint spray guns and solvent containers are used, as the accumulation of static charge can occur easily during operations.

The other options do not address the serious safety concerns associated with this issue. Enhancing paint drying time does not relate to static electricity; in fact, static might interfere with the drying process in some contexts. The claim that static can cause paint to bubble is incorrect, as bubbling is more a result of solubility and evaporation issues rather than static electricity. As for having no effect on solvents, this is misleading because static electricity can significantly impact the volatile nature of solvents and their behavior in a spray environment, leading to safety hazards.