alleryStart learning →Neutral metal spheres A,B touch on insulators. A positive rod nears A. Separate A,B before removing rod. Signs?
AA positive; B negative
BA negative; B positive
CBoth become negative
DBoth remain neutral
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. A negative; B positive
The inducer draws electrons towards A; separating the spheres traps negative charge on A and positive charge on B.
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