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Heat & Thermodynamics
   

H03: Liquid Crystal Sheets

 

Purpose: To demonstrate another physical property that is effected by temperture.

Description:

 

Two large sheets of liquid crystal material that change as the temperature changes.

Placing a hand on the top of the sheet for 30 seconds cause a nice color change. The color is displayed well to the class by using the Document camera.

 

Equipment List: Storage Location: CHEMP 130A
  Liquid Crystal Sheets  

References:

Manual: None   Setup Notes: H03 PIRA #:
Manufacturer(s): Sargent-Welch # WLS-81416-A Other school's Demonstration web pages

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