Crookes Radiometer 22cm atarLearn all about thermodynamics with the Crookes Radiometer. When exposed to light or heat, the vanes will spin! In 1873, chemist Sir William Crookes noticed that sunlight shining on his balance scale disturbed the chemical samples he was weighing. Investigation led to the invention of the Radiometer, an easy to use example of a heat engine!
It was launched on its maiden voyage October 3rd 1985 and landed for the last time on July 12th 2011 at Cape Kennedy
each representing a number between 6 and 11
the Ugears Carousel is based on the same principle as most Ugears self-propelled models: all parts of the puzzle are joined without glue or additional tools and the motion energy is provided by a rubber band motor
Introduces a variety of Dungeons & Dragons monsters
interpretation
The Ugears wooden model clock kit celebrates the role of clocks in exploration
Farmyard Heads & Tails encourages observational and memory skills whilst introducing very young children to the concept of turn-taking
Number of components: 190
Probability Chance Experiments 2 - Upper Primary
Assembled size: 19
1 dice shaker
Assist students to readily and confidently learn about the solar system and the planets