Magnetic Fields

Principles Illustrated: Magnetic lines of force

Location: Cabinet F, Shelf 3

Suitable for using on an overhead projector, the 2D Magnetic Field Viewer consists of a 2D array of loosely confined metal pins in a clear plastic case.

Principles Illustrated: Magnetic lines of force

Location: Cabinet F, Shelf 3

A clear plastic block, with a cylindrical opening through it, is filled with a viscous oil and iron filings. Give the unit a brief shake, insert a bar magnet and view the magnetic field.

Works on an overhead projector.

Principles Illustrated: Magnetic lines of force

Location: Cabinet F, Shelf 3

A liquid which alters its shape when placed in a magnetic field.

This demo requires our video projection equipment for large class viewing.