If negative charges are induced on an electroscope and a positively charged rod is brought near the cap of the electroscope, the leaves will?
A
close up
B
become positively charged
C
become negatively charged
D
open further
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
The leaves collapse as the positive charges on the rod neutralize the negative charges on the electroscope.
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #14247)