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WFU Physics Lecture Demonstrations
Meterstick on a Pivot
PIRA 5A20.10
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Image:
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Description:
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A meterstick is mounted on a pivot. A charged rubber
rod will attract an end (by repelling all the like charges to the other
end of the ruler) and the ruler will pivot.
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Recipe and
Location:
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Meterstick
Pivot
Rubber Rod
Wool
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Video:
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None
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MPG Video:
Induced Meterstick
Real Video:
Induced Meterstick
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Notes:
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All the electrostatic demos work better in dry weather (winter).
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