Electricity/Magnetism Learning Activities
Avantor offers a complete catalogue of instruments and tools useful for demonstrating key, basic concepts of physics that are applicable to everyday life both in and out of the laboratory. Demonstrate core ideas such as acceleration down a plane, friction, potential and kinetic energy, electrical conductivity, magnetic fields, wavelengths and velocity of sound, and more. Durable educational materials are designed for heavy use with consistent levels of handling, and all models are easy to use.
Small Magnetic Compasses
Very inexpensive magnetic compasses are specially suited for tracing the magnetic fields of bar magnets. Each compass has a polished aluminum case and a beveled glass top.
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Electromagnet Set
Your students can use the Electromagnet Science Set to build an electromagnet, a doorbell, a chime, a telegraph, and more.
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Electronics Snap Circuits Kits
Electronics Snap Circuit Kits feature easy-to-connect components, making them perfect for elementary electronics labs.
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Basic Van de Graaff Generator (Accessories Only)
Create Dramatic Electrostatic Effects
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Mounted Resistance Coils
Mounted Resistance Coils feature four copper wires and one copper-nickel wire.
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4 Decade Resistance Box
The 4 decade resistance box is a handy and convenient way to investigate resistance.
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Bare Nichrome Wire
The Bare Nichrome Wire can handle temperatures of up to 1010°C (1850°F).
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Breadboard and Jumper Wire Set
The Bread Board and Jumper Wire Set is ideal for any small electrical experiments.
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Primary Basic Electricity Kit
These robust and engaging kits are designed as a resource for the teaching of introductory electricity.
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Electrostatic Demonstration Kit
This complete set of materials makes possible multiple dramatic demonstrations of basic electrostatic principles.
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Bare Copper Wire, 454 g Spool
A bare copper wire of the highest quality. Available in several standard AWG sizes.