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An inflated balloon was pressed against a wall after it had been rubbed with a piece of synthetic cloth. It was found that the balloon stuck to the wall. What force might be responsible for the attraction between the balloon and the wall?
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An electrostatic charge develops on the balloon after it has been rubbed with a synthetic cloth. Due to this charge the balloon sticks to the wall. The electrostatic force is responsible for the attraction between the balloon and the wall.
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