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Standard XII
Physics
Charging by Friction
In Millikan‘s...
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In Millikan‘s experiment, the oil drops acquire charge by
A
Induction
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Friction
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Electric field
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Magnetic field
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The correct option is
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Friction
It acquires charge by friction between the layers of liquid.
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