demonstration instrument

Demonstration Oestead experiment

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Demonstration Oestead experiment
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Demonstration Oestead experiment. Has polished wood base with brass bars, that have cup terminals (for mercury), and a compass needle in the centre.

Manufacturer unknown

Details

Category:
Scientific Instruments & Research
Object Number:
Y1978.31.4
Materials:
wood (unidentified) and brass (copper, zinc alloy)
type:
demonstration instrument
credit:
Museum Purchase from Manchester Auction Mart