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Friction Rod – Acrylic, 3/8 Inch Diameter x 10 Inch Length – Pack of 10 – Electrostatic Charge Generator for Physics Classrooms, Homeschool, and Electrostatic Demonstrations in Saudi Arabia Friction Rod – Acrylic, 3/8 Inch Diameter x 10 Inch Length – Pack of 10 – Electrostatic Charge Generator for Physics Classrooms, Homeschool, and Electrostatic Demonstrations in Saudi Arabia

Friction Rod – Acrylic, 3/8 Inch Diameter x 10 Inch Length – Pack of 10 – Electrostatic Charge Generator for Physics Classrooms, Homeschool, and Electrostatic Demonstrations

SAR 84
Category
Lab Supplies
Weight
137 g
– 1 +

Special Features

  • Material Properties: Acrylic construction supports charge generation through surface friction
  • Electron Transfer via Friction: Rubbing induces negative or positive charge depending on the paired material
  • Triboelectric Effect: Demonstrates how different materials rank in their electron affinity
  • Charge Separation: Insulating material retains surface charge to simulate static buildup
  • Electrostatic Demonstrations: Use to show effects like water bending, object movement, or charge detection

Description

Friction rods are useful in physics classrooms for exploring electrostatics. Rub the acrylic rod with a wool cloth to generate static charge and demonstrate fundamental principles like attraction, repulsion, and charge transfer. These rods are ideal for traditional labs, STEM learning environments, and homeschool settings.

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