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Part 1.A sphere with an excess charge of =4q and a rod has an excess charge of -

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Question

Part 1.A sphere with an excess charge of =4q and a rod has an excess charge of -2q. Which condition MUST be true in order for a transfer to occur? a.Both the rod and the sphere must be conductors, and they are brought near each other. b.Both the rod and the sphere must be conductors, and they actually touch. c.Either the rod or the sphere must be a conductor, and they are brought near each other. d.Either the rod or the sphere must be a conductor,and they actually touch. Part 2. What is the net charge on each object, if a transfer occurs?

Explanation / Answer

b.Both the rod and the sphere must be conductors, and they actually touch.