electrostatic induction

American

noun

Electricity.

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 Nehemiah Hawkins

The attraction of light particles to a charged body is explained by electrostatic induction.

From The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 2: Ebert to Estremadura by Various

Faraday first showed that electrostatic induction was not action at a distance, but took place by means of the insulating medium separating the two conductors.

From The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 1: Deposition to Eberswalde by Various

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