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11.1 Charging by friction

11.1 Charging by friction

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Question 10

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

Electrostatic applicationDescription
Electrostatic dust precipitatorRemoves excess charge safely to the ground to prevent explosive sparks.
Rubbing a balloon on a synthetic jumperAttracts charged toner particles to form a dry image on paper.
Earthing a fuel tanker during refuellingUses a charged grid to make waste particles stick to oppositely charged collector plates.
Photocopier drumCauses transfer of electrons by friction, allowing an insulator to stick to a wall.
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