The Electroscope – Gold Leaf Type is a fascinating and highly visual scientific instrument designed to demonstrate the principles of static electricity in an engaging and measurable way. Housed in a durable aluminium case, this device clearly shows how similarly charged objects repel, using a delicate gold leaf that reacts visibly when static electricity is introduced. As the charge builds, the gold leaf deflects, providing a striking visual representation of electrostatic forces in action.
What makes this electroscope especially valuable is its ability to move beyond simple observation into quantitative learning. With a built-in internal transparent scale marked from 0 to 90 C x 10 C on the rear glass wall, learners can measure the degree of deflection and begin to understand the relationship between charge and movement. Featuring interchangeable electrodes, including a disc top plate and metal hook, this versatile tool supports a range of experiments and demonstrations.
 
Educational Benefits:
Demonstrates electrostatic principles such as charge, repulsion, and induction
Supports quantitative learning through measurement of gold leaf deflection
Enhances observation skills with clear visual feedback of static electricity
Encourages deeper understanding of physics concepts through hands-on experimentation
 
Classroom & Play Activity Ideas:
Investigate how different materials generate static charge and observe the effect
Compare levels of deflection by introducing varying amounts of charge
Use the scale to record and graph results from static electricity experiments
Explore concepts of grounding using the built-in ground terminal
 
Product Details
Gold leaf electroscope for demonstrating static electricity
Aluminium case with 4 mm socket and ground terminal
Gold leaf support insulated by Teflon
Includes internal transparent scale (0 to 90 C x 10 C) for measuring deflection
Two interchangeable electrodes: disc top plate and metal hook
Clearly shows repulsion of similarly charged objects