An object becomes positively charged when it
loses electrons.
loses protons.
gains electrons.
gains neutrons.
An object becomes positively charged when it loses electrons.
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How do objects with the same charge interact?
How do objects with opposite charges interact?
How do uncharged objects interact?
How do objects with the same charge interact?
They repel each other.
How do objects with opposite charges interact?
They attract each other.
How do uncharged objects interact?
They do not interact electrically.
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is the process of charging an object without touching it.
is the process of charging a sphere by touching it with a charged rod.
Induction is the process of charging an object without touching it.
Conduction is the process of charging a sphere by touching it with a charged rod.
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A student is going to produce static charge in a glass rod by rubbing it with a piece of silk. Which method of transferring charge does this image illustrate?
The image illustrates the process of charging by friction.
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Building up electric charges on a Van de Graaff generator is an example of static
.
Lightning is an example of static
.
Building up electric charges on a Van de Graaff generator is an example of static electricity.
Lightning is an example of static discharge.
Sonia was experimenting with electric charges. She tied two inflated balloons together, held them next to each other, and rubbed both with a piece of wool.
What did Sonia observe, and why?