Comparing the Specific Heat of Metals I
Comparing the Specific Heat of Metals II
Paramagnetism of Transition Metal Salts
Computer NaCl Crystal Cleavage
Octahedral, Hexagonal, and Tetrahedral Shapes
Thermoluminescent Sodium Chloride
Jars of Sand Representing Electron Flow in a Band
Temperature Dependence on Resistance
Thermal Conductivity on Metals
Counting Photons Using a Solar Cell
Effect of Pressure on the Melting Point of Ice
Fixed Ball and Stick Crystal Models
Counting Photons Using a Solar Cell
Description: A laser is aligned to strike a solar cell. The solar cell is connected to a multimeter to show the amps produced. Blue colored liquid is placed in between the laser and solar cell, and the number of amps is reduced by half.
Source: Ellis, A. e al. Teaching General Chemistry: A Material Science Companion
Year: 1993 Vol: N/A Page: 266
Keywords: Multimeter, Solar cell. Laser, Absorption
Ratings: 
Hazard: Some
- Eye damage
- Aquatic toxicity
Effectiveness: Average
- Results are observable with guidance
- Somewhat connected to course material
- Mild effects are seen by audience
- Secondary effects are seen by audience
Difficulty: Medium
- Sequential or timed manipulations
- Some intermediate steps to results
- Precise alignment and manipulation required
Safety Precautions:
- Eye protection required
- Gloves required
- Avoid exposure to laser light
- Absorbent material on hand
Class: Solid State Chemistry
Division: General, Solid State Chemistry