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I6-32. Molecular Motion Demo - Random Motion In Gases
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HomeI. ThermodynamicsI6. Kinetic Theory And Statistical MechanicsI6-32. Molecular Motion Demo - Random Motion In Gases
I6-32. Molecular Motion Demo - Random Motion In Gases
Purpose
To model random molecular motion.
Equipment
Molecular Motion Demonstrator as pictured.
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Description
A set of small balls of the same mass models the air. Random motion of any ball can be observed. The average speed of "molecules" of different masses can be compared.
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See pagesi1. thermal properties of matter
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See pagesi2. transfer of heat
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See pagesi3. gases
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See pagesi4. changes of state
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See pagesi5. laws of thermodynamics
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See pagesi1. thermal properties of matter
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See pagesi2. transfer of heat
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See pagesi3. gases
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See pagesi4. changes of state
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See pagesi5. laws of thermodynamics
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