electrostatic induction
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of electrostatic induction
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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They confirmed that the process is powered by electrostatic induction.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 15, 2025
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
The process in this case 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 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
This is due to what is called electrostatic induction.
From The New Gresham Encyclopedia Volume 4, Part 2: Ebert to Estremadura by Various
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