~5A10.14 Charging of Rubber Balloons

PURPOSE: To further demonstrate Electrostatic Attraction and Repulsion

DESCRIPTION: Charge rubber balloons with cat's-fur* or fabric.

SETUP TIME: 5 min. if we have balloons

COMPONENT LIST:

    


  1. Rubber Balloons					Static Electricity Cabinet


  2. Thread or String					String box, CM Shelves


  3. Ring Stand with Rods					CM Shelves, bottom 


  4. Fur or Fabric for Charging				Static Electricity Cabinet

SUGGESTIONS: --

REFERENCES: 2122 1.4, PIRA ~5A10.14

OTHER NOTES:*Note: the cats whose furs are being used died naturally and peacefully after long happy lives.