4B40.30 Leslie's Cube

PURPOSE: To demonstrate radiation from a variety of surfaces

DESCRIPTION: Cube with sides painted with and black, shiny and dull metal. Fill the cube with hot water and use a radiation sensor to show that each surface gives off a different amount of radiant heat energy.

SETUP TIME: Minimal

COMPONENT LIST:

    


  1.  Leslie's Cube                  On Thermo Shelves


  2.  Radiation Sensor (Thermometer)      In Cage

SUGGESTIONS: Use the new fancy electronic thermometer to detect the temperature near each surface.

REFERENCES: PIRA 4B40.30, Cenco 32507

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