Chapter 6, Problem 1STP

To determine

To explain: the truth about two adjacent charges.

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

Atoms are composed of protons, electrons and neutrons. In an atom, the protons possess a positive charge and electrons possess a negative charge whereas neutrons have no charge.

Unlike charges attract each other whereas like charges repel each other. For example: If both charges are positive, they repel. Similarly, if both charges are negative, they repel. Only if one charge is positive and one is negative, they attract.

Conclusion:

For two adjacent electric charges, if one is positive and one is negative, they attract.