Faraday Cage with Electroscope

Identifier: E&M: ES - 009

An electroscope is inside a Faraday cage. Next to it, a piece of fur and rod are resting.

Concept Overview:

A mesh of conducting material can block an electric field from penetrating the interior.
Electrostatic Shielding

Step(s) to Follow	Expected Result
Charge rod by rubbing it with fur. Bring rod near electroscope	Needle on electroscope will deflect
Place electroscope inside the cage. Repeat the steps above	Needle on electroscope will not move.

Tutorial: Faraday Cage Set-up Instructions

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