Difference between revisions of "Electrostatic Friction Rods"
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Friction rods when rubbed become charged. Black plastic rod becomes negatively charged when rubbed with rabbit fur. Amber plexiglass rod becomes positively charged when rubbed with a piece of felt. | Friction rods when rubbed become charged. Black plastic rod becomes negatively charged when rubbed with rabbit fur. Amber plexiglass rod becomes positively charged when rubbed with a piece of felt. Plastic Straws also available and work for many electrostatic demos. They become negative when rubbed with fur. | ||
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* Friction Rods: Drawer 68 | * Friction Rods: Drawer 68 | ||
* Charging Fur & Felt: Drawer 68 | * [[File:Pic of friction rods.jpg|thumb]]Charging Fur & Felt: Drawer 68 | ||
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Latest revision as of 11:31, 10 April 2023
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Description:
Friction rods when rubbed become charged. Black plastic rod becomes negatively charged when rubbed with rabbit fur. Amber plexiglass rod becomes positively charged when rubbed with a piece of felt. Plastic Straws also available and work for many electrostatic demos. They become negative when rubbed with fur.
Location:
- Friction Rods: Drawer 68
- Charging Fur & Felt: Drawer 68
