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11.1 Charging by friction

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Question 28

Draw one straight line from each electrostatic phenomenon or application to its correct description.

Electrostatic phenomenon or applicationDescription
Electrostatic paint spraying of a car panelCharges polar water molecules by induction, causing them to bend towards the charged object without touching it.
Rubbing an acetate rod with a dry clothForces similarly charged liquid droplets to repel each other and cover the earthed target object evenly.
Wearing an antistatic wrist strap when handling microchipsProvides a path to safely discharge static buildup and protect delicate integrated circuits from static discharge.
Deflecting a thin stream of tap water with a charged plastic combCauses a transfer of electrons via friction, leaving the insulator with a net positive charge.
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