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How Two Boys Made Their Own Electrical Apparatus / Containing Complete Directions for Making All Kinds of Simple Apparatus for the Study of Elementary Electricity

By Thomas M. St. John
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A practical, hands-on manual that teaches young experimenters to build electrical apparatus from simple materials and few tools. It gives step-by-step instructions and adaptable designs for cells and batteries, battery fluids, switches and connectors, permanent and electro-magnets, coils and wire-winding, induction apparatus, contact breakers, current detectors and galvanometers, telegraph and bell devices, motors, and static electricity equipment. The text emphasizes systematic experimentation, safe handling and maintenance of cells, straightforward troubleshooting of poor or shorted connections, and the use of basic tools and improvised materials to reproduce useful laboratory apparatus.

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Thomas M. St. John

Thomas M. St. John was an author known for his contributions to educational literature, particularly in the field of electricity and magnetism. His works, such as "How Two Boys Made Their Own Electrical Apparatus" and "The Study of Elementary Electricity and Magnetism by Experiment," provide practical guidance for young learners interested in science. St. John's writing emphasizes hands-on experimentation, making complex concepts accessible to a younger audience. His books often include detailed instructions for creating simple apparatus, fostering curiosity and understanding in the study of electricity. Through his engaging approach, St. John has made a lasting impact on science education.

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