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electrostatic induction

American  

noun

Electricity.
  1. the electrification of a conductor when placed near a charged body.


Etymology

Origin of electrostatic induction

First recorded in 1875–80

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The researchers had theorized that electrostatic induction was the mechanism driving the interplay between the worm and its target.

From Science Daily Oct. 15, 2025

They confirmed that the process is powered by electrostatic induction.

From Science Daily Oct. 15, 2025

A screen of wire gauze surrounding a delicate electrical instrument will protect it from external electrostatic induction.

From Hawkins Electrical Guide, Number One Questions, Answers, & Illustrations, A Progressive Course of Study for Engineers, Electricians, Students and Those Desiring to acquire a Working Knowledge of Electricity and its Applications by Hawkins, Nehemiah

This method of producing electrification is called electrostatic induction.

From Hawkins Electrical Guide, Number One Questions, Answers, & Illustrations, A Progressive Course of Study for Engineers, Electricians, Students and Those Desiring to acquire a Working Knowledge of Electricity and its Applications by Hawkins, Nehemiah

The electrostatic induction is now much greater, because the closed secondary determines a greater flow of current through the primary and principally through that half of it which is connected to the induction coil.

From The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla With special reference to his work in polyphase currents and high potential lighting by Martin, Thomas Commerford

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