I've seen something like this a long time ago.
I believe there is some static electricity generated when the water stream
breaks up into droplets, but I don't recall the details.
You can find more info here
http://www.physics.lsa.umich.edu/demolab/demo.asp?id=284
Bruce
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From: "Ray Shahan" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Friday, April 25, 2008 10:02 AM
Subject: Re: [HP3000-L] OT: Were does the electricity come from? (Walter
Levin)
I showed this to my 12 year old, and we both have the same question:
What's the answer?
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From: HP-3000 Systems Discussion [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On
Behalf Of Craig Lalley
Sent: Thursday, April 24, 2008 12:14 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: [HP3000-L] OT: Were does the electricity come from? (Walter
Levin)
For those who have not seen or heard of Walter Levin, you are in for a
treat.
Professor Levin makes a battery out cans and water, and you simple
won't believe it.
It is truly amazing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oY1eyLEo8_A
Enjoy,
-Craig
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