D13. Demonstration of an Electrophorus

ELECTROSTATICS - Electrostatic Induction

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The electrophorus consists of a plastic base plate and a metal disk with an insulating handle. The plate is charged negatively by rubbing it with fur. The metal disk is placed on the plate, grounded, and left with a net positive charge. This can be shown by transferring the charge to an electroscope by means of a proof plane.

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