6B10.30 - Paraffin Block Photometer

Paraffin block photometer

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PIRA Classification: 6B10.30

Description: A photometer has be fabricated out of two bricks of paraffin with a sheet of aluminum sandwiched in between. The side of the photometer that is facing the brightest light source will glow. One light bulb and a set of 4 bulbs are separated by 2 meters. The photometer is moved back and forth until both side glow with the same intensity.

Special Instructions: None

Condition: Ok

Setup time: 2 minutes

Safety Issues: None