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Frank-Hertz Experiment
v1.0, September 1, 2002
This document describes the classic Frank-Hertz experiment and studies involving the basics of atomic structure.
1.
Introduction
2.
First Excitation Potential of Hg
2.1 Theory
2.2 Apparatus & Equipment
2.3 Precautions
2.4 Procedure
2.5 Calculating a Least Squares Fit by Hand
3.
Frank-Hertz type Experiment with Helium
3.1 Theory
3.2 Apparatus & Equipment
3.3 Precautions
3.4 Procedure
4.
Visual Observations of He and Na
4.1 Apparatus & Equipment
4.2 Precautions
4.3 Procedure
4.4 Appendix
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