B Rubber Bands & Paper Attraction

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The discussion centers on the attempt to replicate the amber-paper attraction described in Michael Faraday's story using various materials, including rosin, wool, and paper. The user reports unsuccessful results with these materials but has achieved attraction using balloons and hair. They express a desire for a more durable solution than balloons, which are temporary. Additionally, there is a side conversation about account management on the forum, with a user transitioning from an old account to a new one. The main focus remains on the challenge of creating a lasting attraction effect with rubber bands and paper.
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I am playing around with basic things at home to see some electrical phenomena.
I was reading Michael Faraday's story, and it described him using amber, wool, and small pieces of paper to bring about an amber-paper attraction.

I tried doing this using the rosin from my violin case, wool-like material I found in my parent's room, and cutting up pieces of paper (very finely) using scissors.

Wasn't successful, but I have definitely done this using balloon, my hair, and paper. I am sure you have mostly seen this one, so I won't bother describing it.

I am just wondering, has anyone successfully got rubber bands and paper to attract? Balloons only last long (or pop), so I am looking for something that just lasts and reproduces the attraction effect.

P.S. I used to be on this forum and called myself "Clueless" so I made another account called "Cluemore" :P
 
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@berkeman thanks for letting me know. I won't be using the other account. I intend to continue using this one from here on.
 
Cluemore said:
@berkeman thanks for letting me know. I won't be using the other account. I intend to continue using this one from here on.
Greg has merged your old account into this new one of yours.
 
Cluemore said:
Awesome! Thanks @berkeman and @Greg (which greg? there are two)
Greg Bernhardt, the owner/boss of this site. :bow:
 
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