Heat/Thermodynamics 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.
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Changes in State Stem Kit
Two investigative areas covering six STEM activities.
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United Scientific™ Bimetal Strip/Compound Bar
Simple tool to explore the thermal properties of matter.
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Magdeburg Hemispheres
Employs Guericke’s Method for Demonstrating the Force of Atmospheric Pressure.
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Atmospheric Pressure Cups
Demonstrate the Force of Air Pressure Without a Vacuum Pump
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Pulse Glass
Ideal for demonstrating that vapor pressure increases when temperature increases.
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Rubber Magdeburg Hemispheres
Demonstrate the force of air pressure without a vacuum pump. The edges of the two 8.5 cm rubber cups are placed together and pressed to expel the air between them. Students discover the difficulty of separating the cups by pulling and tugging on the handles - providing an effective, 'hands-on' demonstration of air pressure.
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Fischer Technical Universal Vacuum Plate
This nickel coated plate uses a rubber pad to achieve air tight contact with a bell jar. It features a stopcock and center hole with safety screw plug and a rubber gasket.
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Thermoelectric Demonstrator
Demonstrate how the Second Law of Thermodynamics can create electricity.
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Ward's® NYS Investigations Physics, Thermal Tales
The NYS investigations kits have been tested by local NYS teachers to make sure they work in the classroom.
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Essential Physics Demo: Heat Absorpton and Radiation
Understand Color and Heat Absorption.
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Energy Transformation Kit
Appropriate for grades 6 to 12 Brings the First Law of Thermodynamics to life! This pair of precision-machined, chrome-plated steel balls is actually a hands-on demonstration in energy transformation. By striking the balls together, you will create enough heat at the point of contact to burn a hole in a sheet of paper.
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Essential Physics Demo: Wood and Metal Heat Conducting Cylinder
Demonstrate the Difference Between the Specific Heat of Objects.
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Thermoelectric Effects Apparatus
Investigate the thermal characteristics of three electrical thermometry devices
Explore the features and behavior of a closed loop digital temperature control system
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Deluxe Quantitative Stirling Engine
Record Temperature Differences, Revolutions, and pV Diagrams