Explain why a neutral object can be attracted to a charged objec. Why can this neutal object not be repelled by a charged object ?
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This is because a neutral object consists of equal amount of positive and negative charge. When a charged object is brought closer to a neutral object, then opposite charges develop on account of charging by induction which results in attractive forces.
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Updated on:21/07/2023
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An object is charged when it has a charge imbalance, which means the
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