Quick Answer:The Electroscope, Gold Leaf is a dual-purpose gold leaf electroscope with a metal plate carrying a single gold leaf, held on an insulating bush in a metal case with a 4 mm earthing socket and a scale for measuring the leaf's deflection.
Last updated: 18 October 2026
Key Features
Single gold leaf attached to a metal plate.
Insulating bush supports the plate in a metal case.
Scale for measuring the deflection of the leaf.
4 mm socket earthing terminal.
Replacement gold leaves available separately.
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Leaf
Single gold leaf
Case
Metal
Insulation
Insulating bush
Earthing terminal
4 mm socket
Deflection scale
Included
How It Is Used
When a charged object is brought near or touches the plate, the leaf rises away from it, and the scale lets the deflection be read so that charges can be compared. The earthing terminal is used to discharge the instrument.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the gold leaf on the Electroscope, Gold Leaf be replaced?
Yes. Replacement gold leaves are available separately.