Why are electrons attached to the oil drops in Millikan experiment?

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The oils droplets became charged when x-rays passed through the chamber – but they do not lose electrons. As the oil droplets fell, the x-rays ionized the air in the chamber. This causes the electrons to attach to the oil drops.

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