We explore how the distance that a Leyden jar discharges over is related to the amount of charge stored. Why does a static electric discharge result in a spark? We consider what electric fields do to the surrounding air and why it might become conductive.
The experiment explored in this video has high voltages involved and can give you a nasty shock so be careful if repeating and don't touch the nail at the top of the bottle until you have completely discharged the bottle.
If you would like to follow along with the experiment you will need:
Leyden jar prepared in part 2 - • Lightning in a Bottle ...
PVC tube and a cloth.
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Part 1: • Irresistible Attractio...
Part 2: • Lightning in a Bottle ...