HEAT CONDUCTOMETER

Demo Number 086
Location Shelf 10
Description This demo shows how different metals conduct heat differently.
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Tips
  • Three spokes (and another with four) made from different metals radiate from the hub. Put wax in the spokes notches, heat hub with a propane torch (shelf 57 or by the red toolbox), and compare the conductivities of the different metals.
  • You will need
    • Wax
    • Propane Torch
    • Lab stand to mount
      conductometer
    • Container with cold water to cool down the conductometer after the demonstration.
  • To prepare, melt candles to the notches using a barbecue (located above the two TV’s) lighter and allow them to cool and solidify as pictured so that the candles fall off when the spoke is hot enough.

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This Demo is Part of the following Categories: 4B30 Conduction