Detailed explanation down to the electrons and protons on how a Van de Graaff generator works. Includes the triboelectric effect between the rollers and belt, corona discharge and photoelectric effect between the belt and brushes/combs, and Faraday ice pail effect at the top dome/bowl. Shows how arcing/sparks happen and how strong electric fields contribute to creating ions and plasma for making air gaps electrically conductive.
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See also, Triboelectric effect/series or triboelectricity:
How to Make/Build a Van de Graaff Generator Part 1 (Homemade/DIY):
Magnetic field using horseshoe magnet, keeper and iron filings:
I purchased the big and small Van de Graaff generators from Information Unlimited many years ago:
The big one is made and also sold by Scie
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