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Direct linkERIC Number: EJ805753
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
Pages: 11
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ISSN: ISSN-1025-1936
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Using the Overhead Projector as a Light Source for Physics Demonstrations
Mak, Se-Yuen
Education Journal, v34 n1 p85-95 2006
This article illustrates how the overhead projector can be used as a light source in some peculiar ways for physics demonstrations. Five examples are included: (1) Study of chromatic aberration; (2) Making giant Newton's rings; (3) Comparison of the rate of heat absorption by different surfaces; (4) Demonstration of greenhouse effect; and (5) Production of an intense parallel light beam.
Descriptors: Physics, Projection Equipment, Audiovisual Aids, Educational Technology, Science Instruction, Light, Demonstrations (Educational)
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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