An uncharged metal sphere hangs by an insulating thread. When you bring a positively-charged rod near, the sphere is pulled toward the rod. But the instant the 2 objects touch, the sphere immediately moves away. Why?

How is electrolysis most commonly used to produce an energy source? a - splitting water molecules produces oxygen, which organisms breathe to fuel their bodies. b - splitting water molecules produces hydrogen gas, which is used to power machines through hydrogen fuel cells. c - splitting carbon dioxide molecules produces coal, a form of carbon that can be burned to produce heat. d - splitting carbon dioxide molecules produces natural gas, which can be burned to generate electricity in power plants.