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When a neutral object is charged by friction, it acquires a charge of ______ nature as that on the other body

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If we charge a neutral object by rubbing it with another body then the object acquires a charge which is equal in magnitude but opposite in nature.
Hence, When a neutral object is Charged by friction, it acquires a charge of the opposite nature as that on the other body.

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