Physics 29/01/14

Things we covered today

Drawing of charges:
2. DO NOT draw any charges on a neutral object.
3. If an object is charged, draw and distribute the excess charges uniformly on the object. The charges should be well-distributed uniformly on the object as like charges repel.

1. When charging by induction

(Single Sphere)

(2 Spheres)

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Common Misunderstandings:      Correction:

1. Neutrally-charged objects        No such thing           

2. Positive charges move             Only electrons can flow/move