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5B10.10 Hair on End

[Setup Time: 5 Min.] [Current Condition: Good]

Info

Charge yourself or a student using the Van de Graaff generator while standing on an insulated platform.

Parts List

Van de Graaff Sphere, Discharge Sphere, and Discharge Y-Wand in K. Oversized, 2A

Insulating Platform in K. Oversized, 1A

Relevant Simulation

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Other Information

Van der Graaff Hair Radial E Field
Confetti and the Van de Graaff Generator

Real-Life Examples

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More Advanced Reading

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