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Van de Graaff Generator EM-a5b
Describe the operation of the Van de Graaff and show sparks from the ball to a nearby grounded conductor. Fishbane Chapter:   23.1 HRW 6th:   23.1 Reese Chapter:   16.1 Purcell Chapter:   1.5 SJ 3rd Chapter:   20.4 PIRA DCS classification:   5A50.30

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