Bi-metal Strip.

P.I.R.A. #: 4A30.10

Illustrates: Expansion due to heat.

Description: A bimetal strip is heated and curls because one side expands more than the other. There is also a large (41") bimetal strip available for this demo but it gets heavy.

Size: 14" l

Notes: Use propane torch to heat bimetal strip.

Hazard: Fire hazard from propane torch.

Condition: Good.

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