Net charge — Science definition
The imbalance between positive and negative charge in the chosen system.
Where it is taught
- Electric Charge, Attraction & Materials — Electricity, Magnetism & Light, Science 6: Matter, Energy & Earth Systems, Grade 6
Questions using net charge
Problem 1
Answer and explanation
No. A shifted distribution in neutral material can also produce attraction; additional evidence is needed.
Compare the scientific meaning and reasoning after an independent attempt. A different accurate supported response can be correct; human review is required.
Problem 2
Answer and explanation
No. Polarization can shift the interaction without requiring an opposite total net charge. Explain the modeled distribution rather than infer net charge from attraction alone.
Compare the scientific meaning and reasoning after an independent attempt. A different accurate supported response can be correct; human review is required.
Problem 3
- One illustrative result establishes every real condition and needs no further evidence.
- Rubbing creates electric charge from nothing.
- Attraction always proves two objects have opposite net charges.
- net charge: The imbalance between positive and negative charge in the chosen system.
Answer and explanation
net charge: The imbalance between positive and negative charge in the chosen system.
The imbalance between positive and negative charge in the chosen system. A has ten positive and eight negative units, a net positive two. B has ten positive and twelve negative, a net negative two. The combined twenty positive and twenty negative units remain; charge is transferred, not created. These are model units, not measured coulombs or a rule for every rubbed material.
Problem 4
Answer and explanation
No. Polarization can shift the interaction without requiring an opposite total net charge. Explain the modeled distribution rather than infer net charge from attraction alone.
Compare the scientific meaning and reasoning after an independent attempt. A different accurate supported response can be correct; human review is required.