Quark Models and Plexiglas Boxes.

 

Code Number: 7E10.40

Demo Title: Quark Models

Condition: Good

Principle: Model of Quarks

Area of Study: Elementary Particles

Equipment: 

Quark Models and Plexiglas Boxes.

Procedure:

Setup is as shown using the large Plexiglas boxes.

References:

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