1D52.35 Mercury/Water Centrifuge

PURPOSE: To demonstrate the deformation by central forces.

DESCRIPTION: A enclosed mixture of water and mercury is spun atop the Queen Rotator. Mercury goes to its equilibrium level.

SETUP TIME: Minimal

COMPONENT LIST:

  1. Mercury/water globe (we have TWO) Rotation Demo Shelf
  2. Queen Rotator Rotation Demo Shelf

SUGGESTIONS: Should probably practice keeping the Queen rotator at a constant speed.

REFERENCES: PIRA 1D52.35

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