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What happens to an object when it receives an electron?
What happens to an object when it receives an electron?
Losing an electron results in a negative charge.
Losing an electron results in a negative charge.
False
What phenomenon is caused by an imbalance of charges on an object?
What phenomenon is caused by an imbalance of charges on an object?
static electricity
An object can be charged by ___, contact, or induction.
An object can be charged by ___, contact, or induction.
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Match the methods of charging with their descriptions:
Match the methods of charging with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Electric Charge
- Every object is made of tiny atoms
- Atoms have three parts: electrons (negative charge), protons (positive charge), and neutrons (neutral charge)
- If an object gains electrons, it has a negative charge
- If an object loses electrons, it has a positive charge
- An imbalance of charges creates static electricity
- Charges can move if there is a difference in electrical potential (voltage)
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Description
This quiz covers the fundamentals of electric charge, including the structure of atoms and the behavior of electrons, protons, and neutrons. It also explores the concepts of static electricity and electrical potential differences. Test your knowledge on how charge imbalances occur and their implications.
