Stability (incomplete)
Purpose: Explain stability of a system. Parts: Setup: … Continue reading »
Fundamental Quantities
Vector Arrows
Purpose These props may be used to illustrate basic properties of vectors such as vector addition. Parts All parts except for ring stand may be found on shelf C3. A ring stand may be found in front of shelves N and M. Multiple arrows that resemble vectors Cartesian coordinate axes… Continue reading »
Large Caliper with Vernier Scale
A large wooden caliper is available for teaching students to read the Vernier scale. The caliper is located in room 215A, the storage room for room 215 on shelf D5. For a reminder on… Continue reading »
Density of Balls in Navy Beans
This is a fun demonstration for explaining the concept of density. It requires a plastic container, filled halfway with navy beans. The container is located in room 202, the lecture prep demonstration room, on the floor beneath shelf F. Continue reading »
Sets of Calibrated Masses and Equal Arm Balance
Calibrated masses are available for demonstration of mass (ex. showing the difference between 100 grams and 1 kilogram). They are located on shelf J2 in room 202, the lecture prep demonstration room. An equal arm balance is located on shelf B4 for comparing different masses. Continue reading »
Standard 1/2 Meter Stick
The physics department has a genuine standard 1/2 meter stick, kept in a glass case. The meter stick is located in room 202, the lecture demonstration prep room. It is above shelves A and B and pushed back against the wall. This standard meter stick is available for a demonstration,… Continue reading »