Question

3 How could you test whether a plastic rod that has been given an electric charge would attract or repel a magnet? Describe your method and include a diagram. What result would you expect to observe?​

Answer 1

The charged plastic rod has affinity for insulting items. So, things like saw dust, paper pieces get attracted to it. On the other hand, magnet has affinity for magnetic material like iron. So, it will attract iron pieces.