What happens to the neutral sphere when grounded?

In summary, positive and neutral spheres are objects or elements with positive or neutral electrical charges, determined by the number of protons and electrons present. The main difference between them is their charge, with positive spheres having more protons and neutral spheres having equal numbers. Examples of positive spheres include protons, ions, and positively charged particles, while examples of neutral spheres include atoms, molecules, and certain types of ions. These spheres can interact through electrostatic attraction, where positive spheres are attracted to neutral spheres due to opposite charges. This interaction is important in natural and man-made processes such as batteries and lightning formation.
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Sphere A corries a net positive charge, and sphere B is nuetral. They are placed near each other on an insulated table. Sphere B is briefly touched with a wire that is grounded. What would happen to the neutral sphere?
I know it woul become a neg charged but i don't know what happens when its grounded...
 
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I assume both spheres are conductors. Before grounding, sphere B is at a positive potential V_0 due to its proximity to the positive charge. When it is grounded, electrons flow onto the surface of B to reduce its potential to 0.
 

What are positive and neutral spheres?

Positive and neutral spheres are objects or elements that have a positive or neutral electrical charge. This charge is determined by the number of protons and electrons present in the object.

What is the difference between positive and neutral spheres?

The main difference between positive and neutral spheres is their electrical charge. Positive spheres have more protons than electrons, resulting in a positive charge, while neutral spheres have equal numbers of protons and electrons, resulting in a neutral charge.

What are some examples of positive spheres?

Some examples of positive spheres include protons, certain types of ions, and positively charged particles in atoms such as the nucleus. Positive spheres can also be created through processes such as friction or contact with negatively charged objects.

What are some examples of neutral spheres?

Some examples of neutral spheres include atoms, molecules, and certain types of ions. These objects have equal numbers of protons and electrons, resulting in a neutral charge. Some neutral spheres can also be created through the combination of positive and negative charged particles.

How do positive and neutral spheres interact with each other?

Positive and neutral spheres can interact with each other through the process of electrostatic attraction. Positive spheres will be attracted to neutral spheres due to their opposite charges, while neutral spheres will be unaffected by the presence of positive spheres. This interaction plays a crucial role in many natural and man-made processes, such as the functioning of batteries and the formation of lightning.

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