ERIC Number: EJ1160695
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2017-Nov
Pages: 2
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Superconductors in the High School Classroom
Lincoln, James
Physics Teacher, v55 n8 p506-507 Nov 2017
In this article, we discuss the behavior of high-temperature superconductors and how to demonstrate them safely and effectively in the high school or introductory physics classroom. Included here is a discussion of the most relevant physics topics that can be demonstrated, some safety tips, and a bit of the history of superconductors. In an effort to include first-year physics students in the world of modern physics, a topic as engaging as superconductivity should not be missed. It is an opportunity to inspire students to study physics through the myriad of possible applications that high temperature superconductors hold for the future.
Descriptors: Electronics, Introductory Courses, Physics, Science Instruction, Secondary School Science, Secondary School Students
American Association of Physics Teachers. One Physics Ellipse, College Park, MD 20740. Tel: 301-209-3300; Fax: 301-209-0845; e-mail: pubs@aapt.org; Web site: http://aapt.scitation.org/journal/pte
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Secondary Education
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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