4D30.20 - Kinetic Theory of Gases Demos - Overhead Model

Code Number:
4D30.20
Demo Title:
Kinetic Theory of Gases Demos - Overhead Model
Condition:
Excellent
Principle:
Kinetic Theory of Gases
Area of Study:
Heat & Fluids
Equipment:
Molecular Motion Demonstrator.
Procedure:

See the manual in the file for instruction on the use of the overhead projector kinetics unit.

References:
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  • W. Bolton, "20. The Kinetic Model of a Gas", Book 1 - Properties of Materials, Physics Experiments and Projects, 1968, p. 31.

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