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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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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Ball and Ring Apparatus
Ball and Ring Apparatus demonstrates thermal expansion.
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Precision Linear Expansion Apparatus
The Precision Linear Expansion Apparatus produces accurate determinations of the coefficient of expansion.
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Liquid Convection Apparatus
Effective Method of Showing Normally Invisible Currents
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Ring and Ball Demo
Brass ball mounted on brass rod for thermal expansion experiments.
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United Scientific™ Bimetal Strip/Compound Bar
Simple tool to explore the thermal properties of matter.
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Essential Physics Demo: Quantitative Heat Conductometer
Bring Some Heat Into the Classroom