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4.2.1a Positive and negative charge

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Question 15

A student rubs a polythene rod with a dry cloth, causing the rod to gain a negative electrostatic charge.

Which statement correctly explains how the rod becomes negatively charged?

A

Protons are transferred from the cloth to the rod.

B

Electrons are transferred from the cloth to the rod.

C

Protons are transferred from the rod to the cloth.

D

Electrons are transferred from the rod to the cloth.

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