Question

Before you start taking measurements though, we’ll first make sure you understand the underlying concepts involved. By what method is each of the spheres charged?

Answer 1

If they are metallic spheres they are connected to earth and a charged body approaches

non- metallic (insulating) spheres in this case are charged by rubbing

Step-by-step explanation:

For fillers, there are two fundamental methods, depending on the type of material.

If they are metallic spheres, they are connected to earth and a charged body approaches, this induces a charge of opposite sign and of equal magnitude, then it removes the contact to earth and the sphere is charged.

If the non- metallic (insulating) spheres in this case are charged by rubbing with some material or touching with another charged material, in this case the sphere takes half the charge and when separated each sphere has half the charge and with equal sign.