White plastic rod and clear glass rod: Observational Experiment

Aim

Observe how a white plastic rod and a clear glass rod interact when each is rubbed with fur.

Prior Knowledge

• Not much

Description of the Experiment

A glass rods is rubbed with fur and placed on the swivel stand. A white plastic rod is also rubbed with fur. Observe what happens to the glass rod on the swivel stand when the white plastic rod is brought close to it, but without touching it at all.

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