The importance
of the collection of instruments in the areas of Electricity and
Magnetism has already been stressed in the Introduction (pages
12-14), for these sections include most of the preserved apparatus
relating to Nicholas Callan, and to Gerald Molloy. The collection
also includes many Irish made instruments, especially by the Dublin
firm of Yeates, together with other instruments commonly found
in nineteenth century teaching collections.
Note: electric lamps are listed under "Light" .
The following pages contain pictures and details of the electricity and magnetism instruments contained in the museum. Not all instruments are on display but viewing can be arranged by contacting the curator, Dr. Niall McKeith.
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