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In the above activities, the pieces of paper, hair, and the peacock feather are seen to move. Why does this happen?

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In the above activities, the pieces of paper, hair, and the peacock feather are seen to move. Why does this happen?

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The pieces of paper, hair and the peacock feather move because rubbing produces an electrostatic charge on the objects. Due to this charge, an electrostatic force of attraction acts on nearby light objects and makes them move.

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Chapter 10: Force and Types of Force - Intext Questions [Page 82]

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Balbharati General Science Integrated [English] Standard 6 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 10 Force and Types of Force
Intext Questions | Q 4. | Page 82
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