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If a body is charged by rubbing it , its...

If a body is charged by rubbing it , its weight

A

remains precisely constant

B

increases slightly

C

decreases slightly

D

may increase slightly or may decrease slightly

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The correct Answer is:
D
When a body is charged by rubbing, it looses or gain electrons depends on the nature of material of object used for rubbing, so weight of body may increase or decrease.
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