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Question
In each of the following cases, State which body loses electrons:
(a) A glass rod when rubbed with silk.
(b) An ebonite rod when rubbed with fur.
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Solution
(a) A glass rod is rubbed with silk. Glass rod loses electrons and becomes positively charged.
(b) An Ebonite rod is rubbed with fur. Fur loses electrons and acquires positive charge.
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