Static electric effects. (Paris, 1753). Engraving

Static electric effects. Chain receiving a charge from a glass globe static electric machine is attached to the waist of the man standing insulated on a block of wax. He becomes charged and his hands attract pieces of paper and small objects. From Recherches sur les Causes Particulaires des Phenomenes Electriques by Abbe Nollet (Paris, 1753). Engraving

1753 Abbe Attract Becomes Causes Charged Cords Electriques Generate Insulated Nollet Particulaires Phenomenes Recherches Static Suspended Voltage

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