Question

how does rubbing objects together, as done to produce static electricity, primarily cause changes at the particle level? a it changes the atomic number of the elements. b it creates new protons in the atoms. c it transfers neutrons between atoms. d it dislodges and transfers electrons between objects.

Explanation:

Static electricity is produced by the transfer of electrons. Rubbing objects causes electrons to be dislodged and move from one object to another, creating a charge imbalance. The atomic number is determined by protons and remains unchanged in this process. Protons are not created, and neutrons are not transferred during static - electricity generation.

Answer:

D. It dislodges and transfers electrons between objects.