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Question
The cracking sound when dry hair is combed with a hard rubber comb is due to _________?
A
The hair barging against the charged comb
B
Small electric sparks
✓ Official correct answer
C
The rubbing of the comb with the hair
D
None of the above
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A
The hair barging against the charged comb
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B
Small electric sparks
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C
The rubbing of the comb with the hair
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D
None of the above
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Explanation
Static charge discharge produces small electric sparks and the crackling sound.
Hence the keyed answer is Small electric sparks.
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