Electrostatic Charges

Compare and contrast the results of three different methods of charging: (1) rubbing two objects together; (2) touching a charged object to a neutral one; and (3) grounding a neutral object while it is polarized (charging by induction). Investigate how charge distributes on the outer surfaces of a spherical conductor and a non-spherical conductor.

Grade Level: College

Subject: Physics

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Featured Equipment

Basic Electrometer

Provides the necessary features for performing a wide range of electrostatics experiments.

Electrostatics Voltage Source

This voltage source is ideal for performing experiments in electrostatics.

Conductive Shapes

These Conductive Shapes (one hollow and one conical) can be used to store charge or investigate the charge distribution on one or two spherical conductors.

Conductive Spheres

Spheres can be used to store charge or investigate the charge distribution on one or two spherical conductors.

Charge Producers and Proof Plane

Used to create equal positive and negative charges when rubbed together.

Faraday Ice Pail

Students can measure charge as well as potential.

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