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Re: [Phys-l] burning match discharges charged body



Does the electroscope always discharge whether it is initially
charged positively or negatively?

It might make a difference.


On Thu, 08 Feb 2007 08:17:44 -0500 tbross@aol.com writes:
When I charge an electroscope, I found that lighting a match nearby
will cause a discharge. Does anyone have an explanation?
Tom Bross

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