C.2.Lightning

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What is the charge of an atom with 8 protons and 10 electrons?

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Negatively charged because it has excess electrons.

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What is a lightning conductor?

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A lightning rod.

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What is the process called when two conductive objects are touching and a third object is added nearby stealing electrons/protons?

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Charge by induction.

Front

If Object A is negative and attracts Object B, what is the charge on Object B?

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Positive.

Front

What is the release and transmission of electricity through a medium like gas called?

Back

Electrical discharge.

Front

What is the definition of a lightning rod?

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A device used to protect structures from lightning strikes by directing the electrical discharge safely into the ground.

Front

What happens during electrical discharge?

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Electricity is released and transmitted through a medium, often resulting in phenomena like lightning.

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What is the difference between charge by conduction and charge by induction?

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Charge by conduction involves direct contact between objects, while charge by induction involves the influence of a charged object without direct contact.

Front

What is the role of protons in determining the charge of an atom?

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Protons are positively charged particles; the number of protons determines the positive charge of the atom.

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What is the significance of electrons in an atom?

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Electrons are negatively charged particles; their number relative to protons determines the overall charge of the atom.