Electricity and Magnetism

5C 10.20 - Parallel Plate Capacitor

Demonstrates: Capacitance.
Description: A charge can be put onto the plates by using the electrophorus. The charge is then detected using an electrostatic voltmeter. Changing the distance between the plates changes the voltage.

5C 20.10 - Capacitor with Dielectric Sheet

Demonstrates: Insulators.
Description: A non-conducting material is placed between the two plates to decrease potential.

5C 20.30 - Leyden Jar

Demonstrates: Principles of capacitors.
Description: Stores a charge from an electrostatic generator.

5C 30.20 - Big Bang

Demonstrates: Stored energy.
Description: Energy is stored in a bank of capacitors. When suddenly discharged a big bang occurs.