IR Demonstration I – Atomic Coupling
Description: Weights are suspended from strings, which are themselves tied together. When one weight is pulled back and starts to swing, the swinging is transferred to the other weight.
Source: UW Card Catalog
Year: N/A Vol: N/A Page: N/A
Keywords: Weights, Coupling, Vibration, Transfer
Rating: 
Hazard: Low
- Model or simulation
- No chemicals in use
Effectiveness: Average
- Mild effects are seen by audience
- Moderate failure rate
- Contrast between behavior of system is noticeable
- Good connection from demo to course material
- Time to results is low
Difficulty: Low
- Demo does not require deep attention
- Simple procedures
- Simple manipulations for most to perform
Safety Precautions:
- Eye protection required
Class: Organic Chemistry, Spectroscopy, Simulations
Division: General, Organic Chemistry
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