5B30.50 Pinwheel

PURPOSE: To demonstrate Electrostatic Potential

DESCRIPTION: A pinwheel (points on both 'blades') spins when placed on top of a Van de Graaff.

SETUP TIME: less than 5 min.

COMPONENT LIST:

    


  1.  Pinwheel					Static Electricity Cabinet


  2.  Van de Graaff Generator				"

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

REFERENCES: 2122 2.46, PIRA 5B30.50

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