====== Franklin's Bell ======

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===== Description =====

Electrostatic discharge    Classes Used: PHYS 100, PHYS 153, Phys 102



===== Purpose =====


To illustrate electrostatic discharge  



===== Apparatus =====


Stand with pendulum (as seen in picture)
Van de Graaff machine  



===== Setup =====


Set stand facing the Van de Graaff so that the ball is hanging equidistant from both metal surfaces. 
Start generator. 
The ball will charge and discharge, thereby being attracted and repelled to the Van de Graaff in a bell like motion. 
Named after a system that  Benjamin Franklin reportedly used to tell when lightening was coming.  

Use a helium-filled mylar balloon for a human version of this demo. 
Place the balloon (tied to a weight on on the ground) between the Van de Graaff and the volunteer. 
The person will act as the discharge as the balloon sways back and forth. 
Warning: you will be shocked!



===== Notes =====

please give sufficient notice to get helium balloon, or provide your own.  



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| **Location** | In front of OPQ |
| **Maker** | Unknown |
| **Current State** | Working |
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