LIGHTNING ROD

Demo Number 033
Location Shelf 32
Description This demonstrates the principle upon which lightning rods are based. There is no discharge from the Van de Graaff generator when this unit is placed near the sphere.
 Related Demos 182, 338, 339, 340
Tips
  • You will need:
    • Van de Graaff generator (demo 182 Shelf 27)
    • ELECTROSTATIC GROUNDING SPHERE (demo 338 Shelf 27)
    • Alligator clip to connect to ground post

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This Demo is Part of the following Categories: 5B30 Electrostatic Potential