Technical data

A model of an electroscope

Article no: P1084300

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Principle

The pupils learn how an electroscope works, using a simple model, and are able to demonstrate electrical charges.

Benefits

Quick and easy experiment for qualitatively understanding of electrostatic phenomena

Tasks

We construct an electroscope. Construct a model of an electroscope and test it with electrically-charged plastic rods.

Polypropylene rod, l=175mm, d=10 mm	13027-09	1
Acrylic resin rod, l=175 mm, d=8 mm	13027-08	1
Stand rods, stainless steel, various sizes	02038-00	1
Rubber stopper,d=49/41mm, 1 hole	39263-01	1