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  • Diffraction Gratings
    PIRA Code(s): 6D20.10
    Set up time:none
    Operation: For best results, observe the sun, moon, or fluorescent lights through the films.
    Physics and Science Concepts: Optics, Light Spectrum
    Safety: Keep fingerprints off film.
  • Protractors
    PIRA Code(s): 9A10.12
    Set up time:none
    Operation: Protractors can be used as lab equipment.
    Physics and Science Concepts: Angular Measurment
    Safety: None
  • Newton’s Rings
    PIRA Code(s): 6D30.10
    Set up time:none
    Operation: Shine light through the rings so that they are reflected onto a wall. An overhead is good for this. Turn the screws on the frame to change the interference pattern.
    Physics and Science Concepts: Interference
    Safety: Over head projector may be obtained from demo 9A36.10.
  • Video Camera
    PIRA Code(s): 9A34.60
    Set up time:1 minute
    Operation: This camera can be used with other experiments.
    Physics and Science Concepts: Recording
    Safety: None
  • Overhead Projector
    PIRA Code(s): 9A36.10
    Set up time:none
    Operation: Use the overhead projector with other PIRA demonstrations.
    Physics and Science Concepts: Equipment
    Safety: None
  • Projection Meter
    PIRA Code(s): 9A36.20
    Set up time:1 minute
    Operation: Place on overhead projector. Turn on overheard projector.
    Physics and Science Concepts: Angular Measurment
    Safety: None
  • Assortment of Timers
    PIRA Code(s): 9B10.70
    Set up time:1 minute
    Operation: These are for use with various demonstrations that require timers.
    Physics and Science Concepts: Recording time
    Safety: None