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5B30.1 Ball and Point with Van de Graaff

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Show that a point discharges a Van de Graaff much more easily than a ball does.

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

Discharge Y-Wand in K. Oversized, 2A

Ball and Point Wands in K. Oversized, 2A

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