In this demonstration oily steel ball-bearings are used as a simple mechanical simulator for a solid.
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Duration: | 00:01:19 |
Keyword(s): | States of matter, solids. |
Contributor(s): | Dr Alan Walton |
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Footage description: | B/W. Walton in the studio speaking to camera, pours steel ball bearings into his hand from a beaker. He demonstrates repulsive force by knocking two ball bearings together on a stand. He adds drops of motor oil from a straw. He uses tweezers to move the ball bearings in the oil to demonstrate attractive force. Walton speaking directly to camera. He picks up the beaker and pours ball bearings into his hand. He places one on the stand. |
Master programe code and title: | S100/05 Science course unit 5 |
Master programme recording date: | 06/02/1972 |
Master programme first presentation: | 1971 |
Master programe filename: | S100_1971X_BX_V005.avi |
Master programme production number: | JOUZ360J |
Available to public: | yes |