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5K20.30 Jumping Rings

[Setup Time: 10 Min.] [Current Condition: Good]

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Copper and Aluminum rings will jump off a large, AC-powered coil. The rings can also be cooled in liquid nitrogen and will jump dramatically higher.

Must request one day in advance to get liquid Nitrogen

Parts List

Induction Coil with Iron Core in F. E&M, 1A

Set of Rings in F. E&M, 1A

Light Bulb on Ring in F. E&M, 1C

Liquid Nitrogen Container in J. Modern Physics, 1A

Black Styrofoam Bucket in J. Modern Physics, 1A

Tongs in J. Modern Physics, 1A

Wire Leads in L. Misc

Switch in F. E&M, 1B

Variac in L. Misc

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