Atomic Structure and Electrostatics

Front

What can be transferred from one object to another when rubbed?

Back

Electrons

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What is the net charge of an atom that loses 1 electron?

Back

1+ (positive)

Front

What is the charge of a proton?

Back

Positive

Front

What happens to a glass rod when it is rubbed with silk?

Back

It loses electrons and becomes positively charged.

Front

Why does a balloon stick to a wall after being rubbed against hair?

Back

Induced polarization of the wall.

Front

What is the charge of an electron?

Back

Negative

Front

What is the net charge of an atom with equal numbers of protons and electrons?

Back

Net charge = 0 (neutral)

Front

What happens to the charge of an object when it gains electrons?

Back

It becomes negatively charged.

Front

What is electrostatics?

Back

The study of electric charges at rest.

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What is the principle of conservation of charge?

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Charge can neither be created nor destroyed, only transferred.