Question

Which of the following statements does NOT describe a necessary step in the process of charging an object by induction.

A. All of the above statements describe necessary steps in the process of charging an object by induction.

B. A previously charged object is brought in direct contact with a neutral object.

C. A previously charged object, B, is brought in close proximity with a neutral object.

D. The object is split apart (or disconnect from another body) to trap separated charges in separate objects.

E. Existing opposite charges in the object separate due to motion of some charges.

Answer 1

B. A previously charged object is brought in direct contact with a neutral object.

Because direct contact is not necessary in induction charging. Induction itself means production without direct contact