SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

GENERAL PHYSICS 2
Quarter 3 – Module 1:
METHODS OF CHARGING

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Quarter 3 – Module 1: Methods of Charging
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 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

GENERAL PHYSICS 2
Quarter 3 – Module 1:
METHODS OF CHARGING

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 Most Essential Learning Competency

Describe using a diagram charging by rubbing and

charging by induction.
(STEM_GP12EMIIIa-1)

Explain the role of electron transfer in electrostatic

charging by rubbing.
(STEM_GP12EMIIIa-2)

Describe experiments to show electrostatic charging by

induction.
(STEM_GP12EMIIIa-3)

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 METHODS OF CHARGING

Introduction

Electricity is one form of energy which is expressed in the

movement and interactions of electrons. It is everywhere, from
lightning in the sky to lighting in our homes, heating, transport,
communications and industries. It is a part of our lives and we are all
independent on it.
In Grade 7, you learned about the different types of charges
and performed activities that demonstrate how objects can be
charged in different ways.
In this module, you will further explore and investigate the
different methods of charging an object. The performance of the
activities will enable you to describe and explain charging by rubbing
and charging by induction. Moreover, you will learn the idea that the
existence of electricity originates from the motion of charges.

Most Essential Learning

Competency & Objectives
In this module, you will learn to: 1) describe using a diagram charging by
rubbing and charging by induction (STEM_GP12EMIIIa-1); 2) explain the role of
electron transfer in electrostatic charging by rubbing (STEM_GP12EMIIIa-2); and 3)
describe experiments to show electrostatic charging by induction
(STEM_GP12EMIIIa-3).
Specifically, you should be able to:
1.distinguish between charging by rubbing and charging by induction.
2.describe charging by rubbing and charging by induction using a
diagram.
3.explain the role of electron transfer in electrostatic charging by rubbing.
4.describe experiments to show electrostatic charging by induction.
5.cite real-life examples of charging by rubbing and charging by
induction

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 Pre-Test

Before we start the lesson, kindly answer the

following questions below.

Directions: Read the questions carefully and choose the letter

of the correct answer.

For number 1 and 2, refer to the group of words/phrases inside the box.

Group I Group II Group III

Touching Touching Without touching
With actual contact No actual contact With actual contact
Friction & grounding Friction Grounding

1. Which group represents charging by rubbing?

a. Group I only b. Group II only c. Group III only d. Group I, II & III

2. Which group represents charging by induction?

a. Group I only b. Group II only c. Group III only d. Group I, II & III

3. When you rub a plastic rod against your skin, electrons will likely move
a. from the rod to your skin. c. simultaneously to your skin and the rod.
b. from your skin to the rod. d. cannot be predicted.

4. When rubbing two objects, there is a transfer of electrons from one body to the
other. When electrons are transferred during the charging process, what can
you say about the electric charge before and after charging? What happens to
the body when it receive the electron?
a. The electric charge is created. The neutral body becomes positively
charged.
b. The electric charge is created. The neutral body becomes negatively
charged.
c. The electric charge is not created. The neutral body becomes positively
charged.
d. The electric charge is not created. The neutral body becomes negatively
charged.

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For item no. 5, refers to the illustration below.

5. Which of the diagram below BEST describe charging by rubbing?

a.
Rubbing

Electron Transfer

b.
Rubbing

Electron Transfer

c.
Rubbing

Electron Transfer

d.
Rubbing

Electron Transfer

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 6. Charging by induction happens when a negatively charged body is brought
near a neutral body without physical contact. The positive charges on a neutral
body move closer to the negatively charged body. As a result, one side of the
neutral body is positively charge and the opposite side is negatively charged.
Touching the neutral body with a finger will cause the electrons to escape to
the ground. Therefore, the neutral body becomes positively charged. Which of
the diagram below describes charging by induction?
a.
I II III IV
+ _ + _
_ + + _
+ _ _ + + +
_ _ + _
_+ _ + _ + _ + + +
_ _ -
_ _ _ - -

b. _ _
-
I II - III IV
- + + _
_ + + _ _
+ _
- - -
_+ _ _ - + _
+ _ - - -
_ - + _ -
_ _ - -
c. _ - _
I II - III IV
+ _ + _
_ + + _
+ _
_
+ _
- - -
_+ _ _ _
_
+ _
_
+ _
-
- - -
_ _ _ - - -
d. _ _
-
I II III IV
- + _
_ + + _ - + _ + + +
_ - + + _
_+ _ _ + + +
+ _
_ - + _ -
_ _ - -
_ - _
- below.
For item number 7 and 8, refer to the figure

Fig. 1.Charging a metal sphere (Source: University Physics with Modern Physics, 13th edition.pdf)
7. What does the figure above shows?
a. Charging by induction c. Options a and b are correct.
b. Charging by rubbing d. None of the options is correct.

8. Which of the following statements describe the figure above? Bringing a charge
object near a neutral body with no physical contact will cause_______
a. electrons to transfer from the charged object to the neutral body. This
makes the neutral body negatively charged.
b. protons to transfer from the charged object to the neutral body. This
makes the neutral body positively charged.
c. electrons to move in the surface of the neutral body without transfer of
electrons. Due to grounding, the neutral body becomes positively
charged.

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 d. protons to move in the surface of the neutral body without transfer of
electrons. Due to grounding, the neutral body becomes negatively
charged.

For questions 9 and 10, refer to the examples below.

I. During the thunderstorms, the negatively charged bottoms of clouds induce
a positive charge on the surface of the Earth below.
II. Stroking a cat’s fur and hear the crackle of sparks that are produced.
III. Scuffing of shoes across a rug and feel a tingle when reaching the
doorknob.
IV. Touching a metal surface with a finger provides a path for the electrons to
flow to the ground which is called grounding.

9. Which of the examples above showing charging by rubbing?

a. I and II only b. II and III only c. III and IV only d. IV and I only

10. From the examples above, which shows charging by induction?

a. I and II only b. II and III only c. III and IV only d. IV and I only

What can you say about the test? If you do not know the
correct answer, don’t worry! It’s just a start. You will learn and
understand those concepts as you do the activities and read the
discussions in this module. So be ready and focus.

Learning Activities

E licit
This module focuses lesson about the two methods of
charging. But before we go on with the discussion, let’s recall
concepts about electrostatics and type of charges. To do that, try to
answer the self-check assessment in the next page.

Instruction: Evaluate the diagrams below. If the diagram is CORRECT, smile first and
draw a happy face ( ) inside the box. If you think the diagram is INCORRECT,
draw a sad face ( ) inside the box. Then, indicate your reason on the space
provided.

1. Static electricity Electrostatic Electricity at rest

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 ➢ Why do you say so? _____________________________________________

Equal number of
Uncharged object Neutral body
2. protons and electrons

➢ Why do you say so? _____________________________________________

Electron Positively charged

3.
particles

➢ Why do you say so? _____________________________________________

Proton Negatively charged

4.
particles

➢ Why do you say so? _____________________________________________

5. Attraction Repulsion

➢ Why do you say so? _____________________________________________

An understanding of electricity is not easy. It requires a

step by step approach. Previous concept is a foundation for the
next topic. In this module, basic knowledge about electrostatics
and electric charge are needed to better understand the lesson.

E ngage
We all know that all matter is made up of atoms. The
positive and negative charged particles in atom are carriers of
electric charge. A body gains a net negative charge if electrons
are added to it. It is called negatively charged body. Along with
this, a body gains a net positive charge if electrons are removed
from it. It is called positively charged body. Now, test your
understanding of these concepts by doing the simple task below.
Then, answer the essential questions that follow.

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TASK: Comb your hair. Using the same comb, try to pick up the pieces of plastic sheet.
Observed what happens. (Note: Your hair must be completely dry.)

ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
1. What happens when the plastic comb is placed near the pieces of plastic
sheet? _______________________________________________________
________________________________________________________

2. Why do you say so? _____________________________________________

______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________

You will be able to understand the concepts about the

methods of charging as you perform the next set of activities.

E xplore
I think you are now ready to explore the concepts
about charging by rubbing and charging by induction. There
are three activities you need to do. So enjoy this experience
that will induce you to further inquiry and deeper
understanding!

Activity 1: Pass and induce the charges!

This activity will enable you describe charging by rubbing and

charging by induction using a diagram. You just need an inflated
balloon to do the activity. Kindly read and follow the procedure
carefully.

Procedure:
1. Rub an inflated balloon on your hair. (Note: This will work only if the hair is
completely dry.)
2. Place the inflated balloon as near as possible to the wall. Observe what
happens to the balloon. (Note: The two objects must not touch each other.)

Guide Questions:

1. When you rub an inflated balloon on your hair:

a. which object becomes positively charged? _________________________
b. which one becomes negatively charged? __________________________

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2. What happens to charges when you rub an inflated balloon on your hair?

______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________

3. What happens to the inflated balloon when you put it nearer to the wall? Why?
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
4. In which part of the activity did charging by induction occur? Explain.
______________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________

5. Based on your answer in Q1 and Q2, how would you describe charging by
rubbing? Explain your answer using a diagram.

6. Based on your answer in Q3 and Q4, how would you describe charging by
induction? Explain your answer using a diagram.

Note: you may also visit this link to gather more information about charging by rubbing and
charging by induction. https://youtube.com/watch?v=NWoqUucTqnY

The first activity enabled you to distinguish and describe

charging by rubbing and charging by induction. The insights you
gained will be useful in accomplishing the next activity specifically
the concept about charging by rubbing. Let’s proceed to the next
activity.

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 Activity 2: Why did you transfer electrons?

You have learned that rubbing two materials together causes the
electrons to transfer from one body to the other. In this activity, you are about
to explore more the process of charging and explain the role of electron transfer
in electrostatic charging by rubbing. First, study another example of charging
by rubbing. Then, analyze the diagram which is shown in the next page. Lastly,
answer the guide questions that follow.

EXAMPLE OF CHARGING BY RUBBING:

❖ Rubbing a glass rod with a piece of silk cloth.
Silk cloth Glass rod
DIAGRAM
Transfer of
+ + rubbing + + electrons + + + +
+ + +
+
+
+

Glass
++ rod Silk cloth Glass
++ rod Silk cloth

GUIDE QUESTIONS
1. Which of the two bodies (glass rod, silk cloth):
a. loses electrons? ____________
b. accepts electrons? __________
2. What will be the charged of the body which:
a. loses electrons? ____________
b. accepts electrons? __________

3. What is the role of electron during charging by rubbing? Explain your answer.
______________________________________________________________
Note: you may also visit this link to gather more information about charging by rubbing
https://youtube.com/watch?v=bmE0pfAy6NQ

You did a good job again! After learning about the role of
electron transfer in charging by rubbing, try this next activity to
learn more on other experiment that show charging by
induction.

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 Activity 3: Inducing Charges

From the first activity, you gained an insight that it is

possible to charge an object without touching. This can be done
through the method known as charging by induction. Do you
know the use of grounding wire? You will find the answer for this
question as you go through this module. So it’s time to start the
next task.

OBJECTIVE: Describe experiments to show electrostatic charging by induction.

INSTRUCTION:
1. Read the process on how charging by induction occurs.

Charging by induction:
i. Consider the two insulated metal spheres, A and B. They touch each other, so in
effect they form a single non- charged conductor.
ii. When a negatively charged is brought near A, electrons in the metal are repelled.
Charged is redistributed.
iii. If A and B are separated while the rod is still present, they will have an equal and
opposite charged.
iv. The two insulated metal spheres, A and B, are charged by induction.

2. Based on the information you gathered in Step 1 about the process on how
charging by induction occurs, analyse the diagram below.

a b c d e
3. Describe the diagram to show how a single metal insulated sphere can be
charged through charging by induction.
___________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
Note: you may also visit this link to gather more information about charging by induction.
https://youtube.com/watch?vmL6Zb2pO9CA

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 Job well done! Now, make use of your time to read the
discussion of the answers to the three activities you have just
performed.

E xplain
It’s time to check your answers on the previous activities. To do
that, read carefully and understand the following concepts below about
charging by rubbing and charging by induction.

Neutral body can be charged by transferring electrons from one place to

another. Charging can be done by physical contact, as occurs when substances are
rubbed together and this is called charging by rubbing. Another method of charging is
known as induction. Objects can be charged through induction by redistributing the
charge. It is done by simply putting a charged object near a neutral object.
Be familiar with the concepts about
Before rubbing
charging by rubbing. Charging by rubbing is
Uncharged Negatively
the simplest method of charging a neutral silk cloth charged rod
body. Electrons can be transferred from one
material to another by simply rubbing. This Positively
happens because one of the material has a Negatively charged rod
charged silk
greater affinity for electrons and can readily cloth
accept them. For example, when a After rubbing
negatively charged rod is rubbed with the
uncharged silk cloth, as shown in fig. 3, the Fig.3. Example of charging by rubbing
rod loses electrons. Thus, the rod becomes
positively charged. The silk cloth picks up
the electrons and therefore becomes
negatively charged. Figure 4 presents the
diagram which describe charging by
Fig.4. Diagram of charging by rubbing
rubbing. The total electric charge on the
two bodies (rod and silk) does not change. This only means that in any charging
process, charge is not created or destroyed; it is merely transferred from one body to
another. Thus, there is a conservation of electric charge.
On the other hand, charging by induction is another way by which a body can
acquire a net electric charge without physical contact. To illustrate the charging
process, consider an initially uncharged metal sphere as shown in Fig. 5. Since the
metal sphere is neutral, it contains an equal number of positive and negative charges.
These charges are randomly distributed over the surface of the sphere. When a
negative body is brought near the sphere without touching it, the free electrons in the

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sphere experiences a repulsive force and move to the right. The positive charges
repelling on the sphere move closer to the negative body. As a result, there is an
accumulation of negative charges on the right half of the sphere and positive charges
on the left. The sphere under this condition has a zero net charge, since there are still
an equal number of positive and negative charges. The charges that appear on the
left and right sides of the sphere are called induced charges.

Figure 5. Charging a single metal sphere by induction

Similarly, a neutral object can be charged by induction using a grounding wire.

A grounding wire is simply a conductor that connects the object to the ground. Think
of the earth as a huge reservoir of charges, it can both gains or donates electrons as
needed. Depending on what the situation is, either electron will travel up the grounding
wire to the object being charged, or travel down to the ground. Figure 6 shows a
diagram about stages of charge induction by grounding. Here are the stage how it
happens:
I. The neutral object is on an insulating stand. It also has a ground wire attached
to it.
II. A negative object is brought nearby. This will cause the electrons to be pushed
as far away as possible, and since they are free to move, they do just that.
They will travel down the ground wire.
III. Keeping the negative object nearby and snipping the ground wire will hamper
the electrons to travel back up the wire to the originally neutral object. If this
step was not done and just moved the negative object away without snipping
the ground wire, the negative charges would have just gone back up the wire
and it would be neutral again.
IV. When the negative object is removed, the neutral object will have a net
positive charge.

I II

III IV
Fig. 6. Diagram about the stages of charge induction by grounding

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 You developed already a conceptual understanding about
the role of electron transfer in charging by rubbing and the
experiment showing charging by induction. Now, let’s apply what
you have learned by doing the next task.

E laborate
Do you agree that
charging by induction occurs
during thunderstorm (Fig. 7)?
What do you think is the
purpose of lightning rod?
Answers to these questions
will be presented below.
Figure 7. Thunderstorm

During thunderstorm, charging by induction occurs. This happens when the

negatively charged bottom of clouds induce a positive charge at the surface of the
ground below. Benjamin Franklin was the first to demonstrate this when his famous
kite-flying experiment proved that lightning is an electrical phenomenon. Lightning is
an electrical discharge between a cloud and the oppositely charged ground or
between oppositely charged parts of clouds.

Franklin also found that charge flows readily

to or from sharp metal points and fashioned the
first lightning rod as shown in Fig. 8. If the rod is
placed above a building and connected to the
ground, the point of the rod collects electrons from
the air, preventing a large build-up of positive
charge on the building by induction. This continual
leaking of charge prevents a charge build-up that Figure 8. Lightning rod

might lead to a sudden discharge between the

cloud and the building. The primary purpose of the lightning rod is to prevent a
lightning discharge from occurring. If for any reason sufficient charge does not leak
from the air to the rod, and lightning strikes anywhere, it may attracted to the rod and
take a direct path to the ground, thereby sparing the building. The overall purpose of
the lightning rod is to prevent a fire caused by lightning.

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 Now, let us test your understanding of the concepts you
have learned in this module by doing the next task.

TASK: Answer the following questions below using a graphic

organizer.
1. What is charging by rubbing and charging by induction?
2. What is the role of electron transfer in electrostatic charging
by rubbing?
3. What are the experiments that show charging by induction?

You have learned and understood concepts

about charging by rubbing and charging by induction. I
think you are now ready to work on the extension
activity.

E xtend
Think about this and explain your answer in terms of
the concepts on charging by rubbing and charging by
induction.

➢ Why does your hair stand after you take your hat off?
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________________________________________________
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 Job well done! You completed the task already. If you
any questions or clarifications, you are very much welcome to
ask your teacher.

Vocabulary List

You may refer to the following vocabulary words used in this module:

Charging - the process of producing an electrically charged object.

Charging may be done by rubbing and induction.

Charging by rubbing - simplest method of charging which causes the transfer of

electrons from one body to the other. This can be done by
physical contact or by touching. It also called charging by
friction.

Charging by induction – method of charging which causes redistribution of the

charge on an object simply by putting a charged object near
it without physical contact.
Electrostatics - the study of charges at rest.

Negatively Charged Body - gains a net negative charge if electrons are added to it.
It has excess of electrons.

Neutral Body - also called uncharged body. It has the same number of
protons and electrons.

Positively Charged Body - gains a net positive charge if electrons are removed
from it. It has deficiency of electrons.

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 E valuate

Post-Test

So far, you have learned different concepts about

charging by rubbing and charging by induction. You are now
ready to answer the posttest. Good luck!

Direction: Read each item carefully and choose the letter of the
correct answer.

1. Which of the following statements below CORRECTLY distinguish between

charging by rubbing and charging by induction?
a. Charging by rubbing results to transfer of electrons from one body to
another without physical contact while charging by induction results to
redistribution of charges without physical contact.
b. Charging by rubbing results to transfer of electrons from one body to
another with physical contact while charging by induction results to
redistribution of charges with physical contact.
c. Charging by rubbing results to transfer of electrons from one body to
another with physical contact while charging by induction results to
redistribution of charges without physical contact.
d. Charging by rubbing results to transfer of electrons from one body to
another without physical contact while charging by induction results to
redistribution of charges with physical contact.

2. What are the words which distinguish charging by rubbing from charging by
induction?
a. Friction, with actual contact c. Grounding, with actual contact
b. Friction, without actual contact d. Grounding, without actual contact

3. Combing your dry hair causes the transfer of electrons from your hair to the
comb. Which of the diagram below BEST describe charging by rubbing?
a.
Negatively Uncharged Negatively Negatively
charged dry hair comb charged dry hair charged comb

Before rubbing After rubbing

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 b.
Negatively Uncharged Positively Positively
charged dry hair comb charged dry hair charged comb

Before rubbing After rubbing

c.
Negatively Uncharged Positively Negatively
charged dry hair comb charged dry hair charged comb

Before rubbing After rubbing

d.
Negatively Uncharged Negatively Positively
charged dry hair comb charged dry hair charged comb

Before rubbing After rubbing

4. The following diagram below describe charging by induction EXCEPT

a.

b.

c.

d.

5. When you rub a plastic rod against your hair several times and put it near some
bits of paper, the pieces of papers are attracted towards it. What does this
observation indicate in terms of transfer of electrons? The electrons transferred
from
a. plastic rod to your hair so the plastic rod becomes positively charged
while the hair becomes negatively charged.

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 b. plastic rod to your hair so the plastic rod becomes negatively charged
while the hair becomes positively charged.
c. your hair to the plastic rod so the plastic rod becomes positively charged
while the hair becomes negatively charged.
d. your hair to the plastic rod so the plastic rod becomes negatively
charged while the hair becomes positively charged.

6. In charging by rubbing, electrons are transferred from one object to another

object. Which of the following statements is TRUE before and after charging?

I. The charge is conserve. III. The charge is created or destroyed.

II. The charge is not conserve. IV. The charge is not created or not destroyed.

a. I and III b. II and IV c. I and IV d. II and III

For item no. 7 and 8, refer to the diagram below which shows how to
charge a neutral metal sphere.

7. What method of charging describes the diagram above?

a. Charging by induction c. Both charging by rubbing and induction
b. Charging by rubbing d. None of the options is correct.

8. Which of the following is a correct sequence of events that describe the

experiment as shown by the diagram above?

I. The sphere is now negatively charged.

II. The positively charged body is brought near a metal sphere. The protons in
the sphere experience a repulsive force and move to the right. The electrons on
the sphere move closer to the positively charged body.
III. Protons escape to the ground through the conducting wire.
IV. The positively charged body is removed.

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 a. I,II,III,IV b. II,III,IV,I c. III,IV,I,II d. IV,I,II,III

9. Which of the following example/s is/are TRUE about charging by rubbing?

i. The crackling sound produced after ironing a piece of linen cloth

or pair of pants.
ii. The point of the lightning rod collects electrons from the air to
prevent the large build-up of positive charge on the building.
iii. The slight shock felt when you immediately grab a doorknob after
walking through a carpeted floor.

a. i and ii only b. ii and iii only c. i and iii only d. i, ii and iii

10. Refer to item no. 9, which of the following example/s inside the box is/are TRUE
about charging by induction?
a. i only b. ii only c. iii only d. i, ii and iii

Mighty, Oh Yeah! You have finished the first

module for electric charges!
Kindly check your answers by referring to the
answer key in the succeeding page. If you got a score
of lower than 8, please browse again this module and
do the activities once again. If you obtained a score of
8 or above, you are now ready to go on with the next
module. CONGRATULATIONS!

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 Answer Keys

Pre-Test Answer Keys

1. b 2. c 3. a 4. d 5. b

6. a 7. a 8. c 9. b 10.d

Learning Activities Answer Keys

Elicit

1. Electrostatic is also called static electricity or electricity at rest.

2. Neutral body refers to uncharged object which has an equal number of protons and
electrons.

3. The figure shows a proton which is positively charged particles.

4. The figure shows a electron which is negatively charged particles.

5. The figure shows unlike charges so there is a force of attraction. Like charges have a
force of repulsion.
Engage

1. The plastic comb attracts the uncharged pieces of plastic sheet.

2. Because the plastic comb becomes charged (negatively charged body) when it was
rubbed through the hair. It was charged by rubbing.

Explore
Activity 1
1. a. hair 1.b. inflated balloon
2. The charged (electrons) of your hair is transferred to the inflated balloon so the hair
becomes positively charged while the inflated balloon becomes negatively charged.
3. When you put the inflated balloon nearer to the wall, it sticks because the charge on the
balloon induces an opposite surface charge on the wall. The charge on the balloon is slightly
closer to the opposite induced charge than to the charge of same sign.

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4. The part of the activity which charging by induction occurs happens in Step 2 because when
the charged balloon is placed against the wall, the charge on the balloon induces the opposite
charges on the wall.
5. Diagram of charging by rubbing

Negatively Uncharge Positively Negatively

charged hair d balloon charged hair charged
balloon
Before rubbing After rubbing

4. Diagram of charging by induction

_ _ + -
+ - + _ _ + -
- + - + -

A negatively charged balloon is put

Neutral wall nearer to the wall induces the charge
on the wall

Activity 2
1.a. glass rod 1. b. silk cloth
2.a. positively charged 2. a. negatively charged
3. Charging by rubbing causes the transfer of electrons from one body to the other.
There is no charge that is created or destroyed.
Activity 3
3. a The uncharged metal sphere contains an equal number of positive and negative
charges. These charges are randomly distributed over the surface of the sphere.
3. b.When the rod is brought near the sphere without touching it, the free electrons in
the sphere experiences a repulsive force and move to the right. The positive charges
repelling on the sphere move closer to the negative body.
3.c. Using the conducting wire, the electrons move to the ground.
3. d. When the rod is removed, the positive charges remains on the sphere.
3. e. The sphere is now positively charged after charging by induction.

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Elaborate

Method of Charging

Charging by Rubbing Charging by Induction

causes causes
Without
With transfer of electrons from redistribution of the
one body to the other charge on an object physical
physical
contact
contact
role of electrons experiment
s
Conservation of charge - Charging an uncharged
metal sphere
- grounding wire
Extend -Lightning rod
➢ The hat and your skin rub against each other when your hat is removed. In this case,
charges will move from your hair to the hat. Your hair strands become charged as a
result of the rubbing process. Since each hair strand has the same charge, each will
repel the other hair strands and the hair appears to stand.

Post-Test Answer Keys

1. c 6. c
2. a 7. a
3. c 8. b
4. b 9. c
5. d 10. b

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