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ERIC Number: EJ540082
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-9120
A Model Kelvin Electrostatic Generator.
Hill, M.; Jacobs, D. J.
Physics Education, v32 n1 p60-63 Jan 1997
Describes how to construct a form of a Kelvin Electrostatics Generator from readily available components and provides an explanation of how it works. The device can generate 10-12 mm long sparks in the air. (DDR)
Descriptors: Demonstrations (Science), Educational Strategies, Electricity, Higher Education, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Procedures, Physics, Science Activities, Secondary Education
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Electrostatics