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Charge up pith balls with friction rods to show like charges repel and opposite charges attract.
Charge up pith balls with electrostatic friction rods to show like charges repel and opposite charges attract. Plastic Straws also work well and are more visible than pith balls.


'''Location:'''
'''Location:'''


* Shelf I-3 & Drawer 62
* Shelf I-3 & Drawer 62

Latest revision as of 11:02, 10 April 2023

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Pith Balls.gif

Description:

Charge up pith balls with electrostatic friction rods to show like charges repel and opposite charges attract. Plastic Straws also work well and are more visible than pith balls.

Location:

  • Shelf I-3 & Drawer 62