Name: Dissectible Condenser (Leyden Jar)

Category: Electricity and Magnetism

Subcategory: Capacitance

Classes: PHYS 102/106, PHYS 309

Comments:

Charge the condenser with the Dirod Generator. Use the wand to disconnect the charging wire from the stem of the condenser. Lift out the inner section with the wand. Lift out the glass by hand. Pass the parts around. Reassemble and draw a spark.

Equipment:

Leyden jar

Location:

H104 E8

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