When was the Leyden Jar invented?

The Leyden Jar was invented in 1745 by Pieter van Musschenbroek in the Netherlands.

A glass jar device that stores static electricity between inner and outer metal foil coatings.

Year invented1745
InventorPieter van Musschenbroek
CountryNetherlands
Region at the timeDutch Republic
CategoryEnergy

Who invented the Leyden Jar?

Pieter van Musschenbroek invented the Leyden Jar in 1745 in the Netherlands.

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