A negative charge refers to an excess of electrons on an object, resulting in an overall negative electrical charge.
Imagine a group of friends planning a trip. If one friend cancels at the last minute, leaving everyone else disappointed and frustrated, that friend can be seen as having a negative impact on the group's plans. Similarly, when an object has a negative charge, it has an excess of electrons that can disrupt the balance of electrical forces.
Fundamental Particles: These are tiny particles that make up atoms and have electric charges. Examples include protons (positive charge) and electrons (negative charge).
Electric Force: This is the force exerted between charged objects. Objects with opposite charges attract each other, while objects with like charges repel each other.
Positive Charge: This refers to an excess of protons on an object, resulting in an overall positive electrical charge.
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