When 1012 electrons are received from a neutral metal sphere. The charge on the sphere becomes:

Correct answer: A. 0.16uc

  • A. 0.16uc
  • B. -0.16uc
  • C. 0.32uc
  • D. -0.32uc

Explanation

The formula used is q (charge) = n x e so q = 1012 x 1.6x10-19 =1.6x10-7=0.16 ucAs it is numerical, it can have only one possible answer.

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