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Boltzmann: Digital Simulation of Kinetic Molecular Theory
Description: This IBM program shows a collection of molecules bouncing around in a chamber. The mass and number of atoms can be changed (along with a lot of other things) to show how it effects the collision. Requires some practice.
Source: Gerald JCE Software
Year: 2003 Vol: 80 Page: 109
Keywords: Simulation, Boltzmann, Kinetic Molecular Theory, Collision
Rating: 
Hazard: Low
- Electric shock hazard
Effectiveness: Average
- Somewhat connected to course material
- Mild effects are seen by audience
- Hard to see or perceive results
- Time to results is medium
- Good reliability
Difficulty: Medium
- Prior training is required
- Experiments in which display and data recording are necessary
- Multiple intermediate steps required
Safety Precautions:
- Use of UL approved three-prong plug and outlet is required
- Eye protection required
Class: Kinetics, Simulations
Division: General, Physical Chemistry
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