Boit's experiment on electrostatics

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The discussion centers on an experiment attributed to a scientist named Boit, which is presented on a specific web page. There is skepticism about the existence of this scientist, as no other references to Boit or his experiments can be found online. Participants speculate that "Boit" might be a typo for "Biot," a more recognized figure in the field of electrostatics. The inquiry seeks clarification on Boit's identity and the date of the experiment. Overall, the conversation highlights the challenges of verifying obscure scientific references online.
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Hello. On the web address http://etc.usf.edu/clipart/35600/35631/boit_35631.htm there is an apparatus allegedly used by a scientist named Boit. However, I can find no reference elsewhere on the web regarding any scientist with such a name, or even to such experiment. Can someone tell me who was Boit and if possible the date of his experiment? Or Boit is probably a typo and the correct name is Biot?

Thank you.
 
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I put "Boit's experiment" into Google, and found this url and others.
http://www.freefictionbooks.org/books/h/45096-hawkins-electrical-guide-number-one-by-hawkins?start=11
 
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