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Negatively Charged

Description

In physics, the term "negatively charged" refers to an object or particle that possesses an excess of electrons. It describes the electrical property of being attracted to positively charged objects while repelling other negatively charged objects.

Additionally, in a more general context, "negatively charged" can be used to describe a negative attitude, feeling, or response towards someone or something.

Sample Sentences

Physics sense:

1. The electron is a negatively charged particle.
2. A negatively charged object will be attracted to a positively charged object.
3. When brought near each other, two negatively charged objects will repel each other.

General sense:

1. Susan always emits a negatively charged aura, never showing any positivity.
2. His comment about her appearance left her feeling negatively charged.
3. They had a negatively charged discussion which only worsened the situation.

Possible Related Products

To discover more about negatively charged particles or objects, consider these books available on Amazon:

• Electrons: The Fundamental Particle
• Physics of Charged Particles