C.2.Lightning

Front

What does it mean to have a neutral charge?

Back

Same amount of protons & electrons.

Front

What is the magnitude of the charge of one electron or one proton?

Back

Approximately 1.6 x 10^-19 C.

Front

If an object has a total negative charge of 4.8 x 10^-19 C, how many extra electrons does it have?

Back

3 extra electrons.

Front

What is the term for the force that pulls two ions together?

Back

Attraction.

Front

What is the law that states the total electric charge within an isolated system always remains constant?

Back

Law of conservation of charge.

Front

What is the relationship between clouds that produce rain and lightning?

Back

Clouds produce lightning because they produce rain. (Correlation and Causation)

Front

What is an ion?

Back

An atom or molecule with a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

Front

What is the difference between attraction and repulsion in terms of electric charges?

Back

Attraction occurs between opposite charges, while repulsion occurs between like charges.

Front

What happens to the electric charge when electrons are added to an object?

Back

The object becomes negatively charged.

Front

What is the effect of lightning on the environment?

Back

Lightning can cause fires, affect ecosystems, and contribute to nitrogen fixation.