Thermal Conductivity of Metals.

P.I.R.A. #: 4B30.20

Illustrates: How different metals conduct heat at different rates.

Description: Six rods of different metals radiate from a central hub. Each rod has a steel ball at the end of it. When the center hub is heated the balls drop off at varying rates depending on the thermal conductivity of each metal.

Size: 30" h x 20" w

Notes: Attach steel balls with wax.

Hazard: Propane torch is used - it could get ugly.

Condition: Good.

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