A Positive Object Touches a Neutral Electroscope, and the Leaves

question 8

Multiple Choice

A positive object touches a neutral electroscope, and the leaves separate. Then a negative object is brought near the electroscope, but does not touch it. What happens to the leaves?

• A)They separate further.
• B)They move closer together.
• C)They are unaffected.
• D)cannot be determined without further information

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