6B40.20 Sarah's Coffee Can Blackbody

PURPOSE: To demonstrate a blackbody using real-world materials

DESCRIPTION: A coffeecan has its lid painted a matte black. A very small hole is cut in the lid. The hole looks "blacker" than the lid, even though the inside of the can is "shiny".

SETUP TIME: Ready to go

COMPONENT LIST:

  1. Prepared Coffee Can Check with Sarah Paukstis

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REFERENCES: PIRA 6B40.20

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