Question

deepak rubbed a balloon on rupas hair. the results are shown in the image below. use this image to help you answer the question. which of the following statements best explains what is happening? a the balloon has a negative charge, while the hair has a positive charge, so they are attracted to each other. b the balloon has a positive charge, while the hair has a negative charge, so they repel each other. c the hair and the balloon both have a negative charge, so they are attracted to each other.

Explanation:

When a balloon is rubbed on hair, electrons are transferred from the hair to the balloon. The balloon gains electrons and becomes negatively - charged, while the hair loses electrons and becomes positively - charged. Opposite charges attract each other.

Answer:

A. The balloon has a negative charge, while the hair has a positive charge, so they are attracted to each other.