Charging by Inductance: Replacing Electroscope with Capacitor

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The discussion centers on the concept of charging by inductance, specifically proposing the replacement of an electroscope with a capacitor in a circuit. The idea involves continuously charging and discharging one side of the capacitor while connecting the other side to the Earth. This setup is suggested to create alternating current (AC) between the Earth and the capacitor, as electrons would move in and out, generating a current flow. The conversation highlights the potential for innovative circuit designs using capacitors in place of traditional electroscopes.

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What would happen if the ground was kept in place and the positively charged rod was constantly moved to and away from the electroscope? Would we not have ac current between the Earth and the electroscope?

Replace The electroscope with a capacitor where one side is continuously charged and discharged and the other side goes to earth. Could be an interesting little circuit.

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Sure, electrons would move in the electroscope and then back out in a current.
 

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