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12 questions
In which of the following examples could you find static charge building up?
What is the charge shown on the balloon?
A ruler and a balloon both have a positive charge. Which of the following will happen as the ruler is brought closer to the balloon?
The balloons shown both have a negative charge. Which of the following will the balloons do when brought close to each other?
Which of the following explains why the balloon shown sticks to the wall?
Which of the following explains why static charge does not build up in normal circuits?
In a conductor, negative charges called ___ can flow to give an electric current.
A neutral object is rubbed and becomes positively charged. Which of the following is the correct explanation for this?
Which of the following correctly explains why is it difficult to charge an object that is made of metal?
Which of the following statements is correct for a neutral object?
A Van der Graaf generator has a moving rubber belt which becomes charged by friction. The charge is transferred to a metal dome. Why can the dome become charged, even though it is made of metal?
A person puts their finger near the dome of a negatively charged Van der Graaf generator. A spark travels between their finger and the dome. Which of the following statements correctly explain why?
