8.02 Electric charge (2) Flashcards
1
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Atraction of uncharged objects
A
A charged object attracts an uncharged one.
2
Q
Why does a charged object attract an uncharged one?
A
When a charged body is brought near to an uncharged body, it induces an opposite charge on it. Since unlike charges attract each other, the two bodies are attracted to each other.
3
Q
What is the SI unit of charge?
A
Coulomb (C)
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5
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What are induced charges?
A
Induced charges are charges that appear on an uncharged object due to
