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Why is tape attracted to my skin? Give explanation

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Since the tape has extra electrons, it has a negative charge. When you move your finger close to the tape, electrons in your skin are repelled and move away. This makes the skin on your finger tip have a slight positive charge. Since positive and negative attract, the tape moves toward your finger.

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