Japanese physics teachers have developed a novel electrostatics demonstration that uses and “electrophrus,” a neon light, and an amplifier to make changes in potential audible. This paper provides instructions for construction of a simple apparatus, and an explanation of how the audible effects are obtained.
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© 1999 American Association of Physics Teachers.
1999
American Association of Physics Teachers
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