Difference between revisions of "Electrostatic Forces between Plastic Straws"

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Charge up plastic straws with pieces of fur to demonstrate electrostatic repulsion and attraction. They will become negatively charged.
Charge up plastic straws with pieces of fur to demonstrate electrostatic repulsion. They will become negatively charged. You can also use a piece of felt and the amber plastic clear rod to get a positive charge that will demonstrate electromagnetic attraction.


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Latest revision as of 14:42, 10 April 2023

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Description:

Charge up plastic straws with pieces of fur to demonstrate electrostatic repulsion. They will become negatively charged. You can also use a piece of felt and the amber plastic clear rod to get a positive charge that will demonstrate electromagnetic attraction.

Location:

  • Plastic Straws: Drawer 68
  • Charging Fur & Felt: Drawer 68