Thermal Expansion (Ball and Ring)

Type of activity: demo
Activity code:  00000

Courses

Description:

Set up the propane torch and secure with a clamp & retort stand as shown in the photo.

  1. Open the gas valve
  2. Light the torch with the flint lighter and adjust the flame size.
  3. Heat up the ball so that it no longer goes through the ring.

Apparatus

Torch
Torch
Gravesande's Thermal Expansion Ball and Ring
Gravesande's Thermal Expansion Ball and Ring
Lighter (Flint)
Lighter (Flint)
Clamp (Flask)
Clamp (Flask)
Retort Stand
Retort Stand
Clamp (Bosshead)
Clamp (Bosshead)
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