Cloud Chamber
Description: A small device that makes visible the path of alpha particles and beta particles. Visibility is limited.
Source: Alexander Langsdorf
Year: 1936 Vol: N/A Page: N/A
Keywords: Alpha particles, Beta particles, Particle path, Gamma rays, Radioactivity, Source
Rating: 
Hazard: Some
- Cryogenic burn hazard
- Mild radiation hazard
- Electric shock hazard
Effectiveness: Average
- Good connection from demo to course material
- Results are observable with guidance
- Mild effects are observed by audience
- Moderate failure rate
- Time to result is high
Difficulty: Medium
- Delicate system conditions
- Some intermediate steps to results
- Temperature sensitive
- Some careful manipulations
Safety Precautions:
- Eye protection required
- Use UL approved three-prong plug and outlet
- Gloves recommended
- Thermal gloves recommended
Class: Nuclear Chemistry
Division: General
Return to General Chemistry Demonstrations