Thermal Linear Expansion

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Description:

A rod is fixed on one end and the other is placed on a rotating needle. The bar is heated with a bunsen burner and the needle will move slowly. After the bar is heated, it can be cooled rapidly by pouring cold water along the rod which causes the needleto move quickly to its original reading.

Location:

  • Shelf E-4