When a Glass Rod Is Rubbed with Silk, Which of the Following

question 38

Multiple Choice

When a glass rod is rubbed with silk, which of the following statements best describes what happens?

• A) Electrons are removed from the rod.
• B) Protons are removed from the silk.
• C) The silk remains neutral.
• D) The silk is charged positively.

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Definitions:

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