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24.1: Materials

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Wire & Flame

  • 4-inch Length of Steel Wire
  • 4-inch Length of Copper Wire
  • Stop Watch
  • Matches
  • Candle
  • Aluminum Foil

Conduction & Containers

  • Heat Source
  • Large (400-500 mL) Beaker
  • 250 mL Beaker
  • Empty Metal Can
  • Styrofoam Cup
  • 3 Thermometers
  • Masking Tape
  • Heat gloves
  • Beaker Tongs
  • Aluminum Foil (for candle stand and lids)

*Both wires should be the same gauge 

*The Glass Beaker, Metal Can, and Styrofoam Cup should be about the same diameter

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