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Q · Current ElectricityMedium · 45s
When a plastic comb is rubbed against dry hair, it attracts small pieces of paper. This is due to: Option: 12
TopicCurrent Electricity
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The comb becomes charged by friction and induces opposite charges in the paper pieces.
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Final Answer: Option C - Electrostatic force
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