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Small on size, big on science. In a 3-inch sphere, watch as tiny plasma filaments branch out from the central electrode to where you touch the glass creating fascinating beams of coloured light. The Science Museum Mini Plasma Ball also reacts to sound.
Sit it on your desk or shelf and watch this scientific energy lamp create flashes of miniature lightning.
Part of the Science Museum innovative lighting range.
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Promotes STEM learning. The plasma ball is a form of Tesla Coil. The glass sphere has most of its air replaced with 3 noble gases - typically Neon, Argon and Xenon - and an alternating current electrode is placed at the centre.When voltage is applied, plasma filaments extend from the electrode and flow towards the outer glass insulator in a bid to reach the earth. If a fingertip is placed on the glass the energy moves toward it, because the human body provides a more conductive discharge path.
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age group
5+ years old
battery typeUSB
Product code556446
product dimensions8.2 x 4.5 x 4.5cm
Safety warningWARNING THIS ITEM IS NOT A TOY. ADULT SUPERVISION REQUIRED DURING USE. Plasma Balls can interfere with magnetically sensitive objects. Important instructions enclosed. Please retain this information
Suitable forChildren
Full Product Description
Promotes STEM learning. The plasma ball is a form of Tesla Coil. The glass sphere has most of its air replaced with 3 noble gases - typically Neon, Argon and Xenon - and an alternating current electrode is placed at the centre.
When voltage is applied, plasma filaments extend from the electrode and flow towards the outer glass insulator in a bid to reach the earth. If a fingertip is placed on the glass the energy moves toward it, because the human body provides a more conductive discharge path.
Specifications
age group5+ years old
battery typeUSB
Product code556446
product dimensions8.2 x 4.5 x 4.5cm
Safety warningWARNING THIS ITEM IS NOT A TOY. ADULT SUPERVISION REQUIRED DURING USE. Plasma Balls can interfere with magnetically sensitive objects. Important instructions enclosed. Please retain this information
Suitable forChildren
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