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The cracking sound heard when dry hair is combed with a hard rubber comb is due to_________?

AThe hair barging against the charged comb
BSmall electric sparks
CThe rubbing of the comb with the hair
DNone of the above

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Correct Answer: B: Small electric sparks

Explanation: The correct answer is B: Small electric sparks. The cracking sound when dry hair is combed with a rubber comb is due to small electric sparks. The rubbing creates static electricity, and the sparks occur as the charge is discharged.

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