Plasma Globe

Plasma globe
PIRA: 
5N20.11
Area: 
5 Electricity and Magnetism
Topic: 
5N Electromagnetic Radiation
Concept: 
Tesla Coil

 

When free electrons collide with the gaseous atoms and molecules inside the globe, the gas particles are ionized creating electrons and positive ions. A plasma is formed. When electrons return to the ionized gas, light is produced. Touching the globe with your finger provides a ground.

 

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