X and Y Are Two Initially Uncharged Metal Spheres on Insulating

question 70

Multiple Choice

X and Y are two initially uncharged metal spheres on insulating stands,and they are in contact with each other.A positively charged rod R is brought close to X as shown in part (a) of the figure.Sphere Y is now moved away from X,as shown in part (b) .What are the final charge states of X and Y?

• A)Both X and Y are neutral.
• B)X is positive and Y is neutral.
• C)X is neutral and Y is positive.
• D)X is negative and Y is positive.
• E)Both X and Y are negative.

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Definitions:

Optic Neurons

Nerve cells in the visual system that transmit information from the eyes to the brain.

Interneurons

A type of neuron that serves as a connection between sensory neurons and motor neurons, playing a key role in reflexes and neuronal circuits.

Nearsighted

A visual condition, also known as myopia, where close objects are seen clearly, but distant objects appear blurred.

Elongated

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