State whether the statement is true or false
Two identical metallic spheres of exactly equal masses are taken. One is given a positive charge Q coulombs and the other an equal negative charge. Their masses after charging are different.

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Dear Student,

The statement is false.
The positively charged sphere has lost electrons. So, its mass is decreased. On the other hand, the negatively charged sphere has gained electrons. So, its mass is increased.

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State whether the statement is true or false Two identical metallic spheres of exactly equal masses are taken. One is given a positive charge Q coulombs and the other an equal negative charge. Their masses after charging are different.

Dear Student, The statement is false. The positively charged sphere has lost electrons. So, its mass is decreased. On the other hand, the negatively charged sphere has gained electrons. So, its mass is increased. Regards

State whether the statement is true or false
Two identical metallic spheres of exactly equal masses are taken. One is given a positive charge Q coulombs and the other an equal negative charge. Their masses after charging are different.

Dear Student,

The statement is false.
The positively charged sphere has lost electrons. So, its mass is decreased. On the other hand, the negatively charged sphere has gained electrons. So, its mass is increased.

Regards