Infrared Camera and Balloon
Infrared Camera

 

Code Number: 5N30.40

Demo Title: Infrared Spectrum

Condition: Excellent

Principle: Infrared Spectrum

Area of Study: Electricity & Magnetism

Equipment:

Infrared Camera.

Procedure:

Use the infrared camera to demonstrate the infrared portion of the electromagnetic spectrum.

References:

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5N30.40 - Infrared Viewer
5N30.40 - University of Maryland QOTW Question #247
5N30.40 - University of Maryland QOTW Answer #247
5N30.40 - University of Maryland QOTW Answer #248 Part 1
 
5N30.40 - University of Maryland QOTW Answer #248 Part 2