A glass rod when rubbed with silk cloth is charged because__________?
Correct answer: C. it gives away electrons
- A. it takes in proton
- B. its atoms are removed
- C. it gives away electrons
- D. it gives away positive charge
Explanation
Electrons are transferred when glass is rubbed with silk; the glass loses electrons and becomes positively charged. Protons remain bound in the atomic nuclei and are not transferred between the materials.
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