An Electroscope Is Charged by Induction Using a Glass Rod

question 49

Multiple Choice

An electroscope is charged by induction using a glass rod that has been made positive by rubbing it with silk.The electroscope leaves:

• A)gain electrons
• B)gain protons
• C)lose electrons
• D)lose protons
• E)gain an equal number of protons and electrons

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