ELECTROSCOPE Meaning and
Definition
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An electroscope is a scientific instrument used to detect and measure the presence of electric charge. It typically consists of a metal rod or needle, attached to a conducting plate or leaf, enclosed in a glass or plastic case. The rod or needle, made of an electrically conductive material like metal, is insulated from the outer case. The conducting plate or leaf extends from the bottom of the rod or needle and is usually made of a lightweight material, such as aluminum foil.
When an electric charge is applied to the electroscope, either directly or through induction, the rod or needle becomes charged and repels the conducting plate or leaf. As a result, the plate or leaf moves away from the rod, causing them to separate. The extent of the separation can indicate the magnitude of the charge applied to the electroscope.
The electroscope can also be used to determine the type of charge, as it will either attract or repel the plate or leaf depending on the sign of the charge. For example, if a positively charged rod is brought in proximity to the electroscope, negatively charged electrons in the electroscope will be attracted towards the rod, causing the plate or leaf to move towards it.
Electroscopes are widely used in physics experiments, in electrostatics, and in applications involving the measurement or detection of electric charges. They are invaluable tools for understanding the behavior and properties of electrical charge.
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An apparatus for detecting the presence of electricity in the tissues or elsewhere.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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An instr. for ascertaining the existence, character, or intensity of the electric force.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
Common Misspellings for ELECTROSCOPE
Etymology of ELECTROSCOPE
The word "electroscope" originates from the combination of two Greek words: "ēlektron" meaning "amber" and "skopein" meaning "to see" or "to observe". It was coined in the 18th century by the British natural philosopher William Gilbert. The term "electroscope" was used to describe an instrument that detects and measures the presence and movement of electric charges or electricity.
Similar spelling words for ELECTROSCOPE
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