Question
Friction electrons transferring Negative charge Positive charge
Electric charge is developed due to actual transfer of .......1......... When two substances are rubbed against each other, energy is provided from outside by .......2........ to electrons. This energy is used to remove electrons from one substance and .......3...... them to the other. The transfer takes place from the material in which electrons are held less tightly to the material in which electrons are held more tightly. The material which loses electrons acquires .......4........and which gains electrons acquires an equal .....5......