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This
experiment uses a pre-built device that demonstrates the energy stored
in a capacitor. When the capacitors are charged a small copper wire handle
creates an electrical short across the capacitors and discharges them witha
tremendous "POP". It can be charged and discharged repeatedly very rapidly.
The device operates at 925 Volts and 14 microFarads so there is a tremendous
amount of energy present and EXTREME care should be taken in handling this
device. As a final demonstration, you can unplug the device and then dischargeit
once more for a dramatic example of energy storage even after the circuitis
disconnected.
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