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Does a charged object get uncharged on touching with hand? Explain.
What is this phenomenon called?
Asked by Topperlearning User | 30 Jan, 2014, 10:17: AM
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Yes. This is because human body is a conductor of electricity. So, when we touch a charged object, our body conducts its charges to the earth. That is why a charged object loses its charge, if we touch it with our hand.
This phenomenon is known as electric discharge.
Answered by | 30 Jan, 2014, 12:17: PM
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