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Visualisation of radioactive particles/ diffusion cloud chamber

Article no: P2520400

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Principle

PHYWE's Diffusion Cloud Chambers are suitable for observing natural background radiation: cosmic radiation and the natural radioactivity of the earth. The ever-changing patterns of both types of natural radiation can be observed simultaneously thanks to the large observation area. When a charged particle (like an alpha or beta particle) passes through the chamber, it ionizes the surrounding gas. The vapor condenses around these ionized particles, forming tiny droplets that trace the particle's path. These visible trails reveal the motion and interaction of subatomic particles, providing insight into radiation and particle physics. The diffusion cloud chamber offers the opportunity to carry out physical experiments with the aid of artificial radiation sources.

Benefits

Experience the essence of the Nobel prize: CTR Wilson (1927)
Only instrument to visualize natural backround and cosmic radiation
Can discriminate between different types of radiations (alpha, beta, gamma, mesons and myons)
Qualitative and quantitative experiments described
Permanent operation possible, no dry ice required
Beta deflection can be visualized
Perfect for display in science centers and museums (size: 45x45cm)

Tasks

Determination of the amount of background radiation.
Visualisation of α, β, γ -particles and mesons.
Visualisation of the thorium (radon) decay.
Deflection of β-particles in a magnetic field.

Learning objectives

α, β, γ -particles
β-deflection
Ionising particles
Mesons
Cosmic radiation
Radioactive decay
Decay series
Particle velocity
Lorentz force

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