Key Information
Reference code
K/PP107/11/3/11
Title
Astatic needle, [1834-1845]
Date(s)
- [1834 - 1845] (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent
1 item
Scope and content
Model designed to demonstrate the effects of magnetic fields using two parallel needles of the same magnetic strength mounted on top of one another with their magnetic poles at opposing ends. Consists of two needles mounted on a brass pivot attached to a wooden base.