History of Electricity and Attraction Experiments Quiz

The word "electricity" comes from the Greek word "elektron," which means Amber.

The word "electricity" comes from the Greek word "elektron" meaning Amber. It was named so because many materials, including amber, when rubbed, can attract light objects.

<p>Yes, there were many such pairs of materials known to attract light objects by rubbing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Many pairs of materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cut out long thin strips of white paper and lightly iron them. Take them near a TV screen or computer monitor. The strips will get attracted to the screen and remain stuck to it for a while.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cut out long thin strips of white paper and lightly iron them</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Many pairs of materials were known to attract light objects when rubbed, including amber, glass, silk, and fur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cut out long thin strips of white paper, lightly iron them, and take them near a TV screen or computer monitor to see them getting attracted to the screen.</p> Signup and view all the answers