What redistribution of charge occurs inside a neutral insulating block when a…

PHYSICS · Subjective · AP · Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism · Conductors and Capacitors · Conductors and Capacitors

Problem

What redistribution of charge occurs inside a neutral insulating block when a positively charged rod is brought near one face of the block? (Answer in one sentence.)

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