5E60.21 Piezoelectric "Fire Starter"

PURPOSE: To show a use of piezoelectricity.

DESCRIPTION: Use a barbecue "fire-starter". The piezo element in some of these produces quite a spark in a dark room (plug upt he gas jet with clay or tape so the flame won't interfere.)

SETUP TIME: Minimal

COMPONENT LIST:

  1. Piezoelectric BBQ lighter ?????

SUGGESTIONS:

REFERENCES: 2122 8.9; PIRA 5E60.21

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