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What must an object gain or lose to become electrically charged?

A.
electrons

B.
protons

C.
neutrons

D.
nucleus

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A. electrons

An object becomes charged by gaining or losing electrons. Gaining electrons gives a negative charge; losing electrons gives a positive charge. Protons (in the nucleus) and neutrons are not normally transferred in everyday charging.