Code Number: 4D30.45

Demo Title: Kinetic Theory - Internal Energy

Condition: Excellent

Principle: Internal Energy

Area of Study: Thermodynamics

Equipment:

Propane Torch, Large Aluminum Block, and Digital Thermometer (Optional).

Procedure:

Show that heating the aluminum block will increase its internal energy, but won't cause the block to move across the lecture bench.

References:

Paul Hewitt, "Figuring Physics: Internal Energy of Helium", TPT, Vol. 41, #4, Apr. 2003, p. 204.

Video Credit: Jonathan M. Sullivan-Wood.

4D30.45 - Kinetic Theory - Internal Energy

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