1H10.27 - Suspended Globe

Magnetically suspended globe

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PIRA Classification: 1H10.27

Description: The base of a magnetically suspended globe toy is placed on a scale and the scale is zeroed. The globe is placed on the scale and the reading is noted. Then, the globe is carefully placed in the magnetic field such that it floats. The scale reading is noted again.

Special Instructions: It takes a little practice to get the globe to float.

Condition: OK

Setup time: 3 minutes

Safety Issues: none