5A40.20 Can Attracted to Charged Rod

PURPOSE: To demonstrate electrostatic attraction and repulsion.

DESCRIPTION: Lay an empty Aluminum can on its side on a dry wood lecture table. A well-charged rod brought near will make the can roll back and forth.

SETUP TIME: Ready to go.

COMPONENT LIST:

  1. Empty Coke cans, rods, fur/wool Static Electricity Cabinet

SUGGESTIONS: See Vincent's 2122 Demonstration Booklet for further instructions.

REFERENCES: 2122 1.3, PIRA 5A40.20

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