Optics Learning Activities
Avantor offers a complete catalog 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: Large Refraction Block
The exciting demonstrations connect students to core physics and physical science concepts.
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Wards® QA Spectroscope
This semi-quantitative spectroscope is a simple and economical alternative to expensive equipment.
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CENCO® Electrodeless Spectrum Tube Power Supply
This safe spectrum power supply features encased spectrum tubes.
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Spectrum Tube Power Supply
Every classroom that wants to investigate spectroscopy needs a good-quality spectrum tube and power supply.
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Science Olympiad© 2025-2026 Photogate Kit
Prepare for upcoming competitions with this practice kit, the only kits officially licensed and approved by Science Olympiad!
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BrainStorm STEM Edu Periscope Kit
Build a periscope to learn about light reflection and line of sight.
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Mysterious Magnet Tube with Steel Filings
Explore beautiful 3-D patterns created by a magnetic field mess free.