RADIOMETER

Demo Number 081
Location Shelf 9
Description When radiation (light or thermal) is directed onto this device the wings or vanes spin. There are numerous theories as to why this happens but the correct reason is thermal transpiration. Watch the video for a good explanation.
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Tips
  • You can use hot and cold water instead of light.
  • Handle glass radiometer (spare in cabinet 100) with care!

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This Demo is Part of the following Categories: 4D20 Mean Free Path