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By convention, which of these carries a positive charge after rubbing?
AA plastic rod rubbed with fur
BA glass rod rubbed with silk
CA piece of silk cloth
DA pith ball in contact
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. A glass rod rubbed with silk
The charge on a rubbed glass rod is conventionally called positive, while that on a plastic rod or silk is negative.
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