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Paper 6 structured question: Electric charge

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Results from an experiment on electrostatic charge detection.

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Electroscope Readings

Table showing the deflection of the electroscope leaves with different charged objects.

Charged ObjectDeflection (cm)
Rubber Rod5
Plastic Rod3
Glass Rod2
Neutral Object0
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    Describe the trend observed in the deflection of the electroscope leaves.

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Method for Generating Electrostatic Charge

1. Rub a rubber rod with a piece of fur. 2. Bring the rubber rod close to an electroscope. 3. Observe the movement of the leaves of the electroscope.

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    State the independent variable in this experiment.

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