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Peer reviewedClack, Jhules A. M.; Toepker, Terrence P. – Physics Teacher, 1990
Describes an experiment demonstrating Lenz's law by measuring a magnet falling through a copper tube compared to a nonmagnet falling. Presents diagrams and pictures showing the apparatus. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Experiments, Laboratory Procedures
Peer reviewedTerry, Colin – Physics Teacher, 1995
Describes the use of magnetic field probes interfaced to a microcomputer in measuring the magnetic field in and around a solenoidal "Slinky" spring toy carrying a current of a few amps. (JRH)
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Electricity, Magnets
Peer reviewedSawicki, Charles A. – Physics Teacher, 1996
Describes a simple, inexpensive system that allows students to have hands-on contact with simple experiments involving forces generated by induced currents. Discusses the use of a dynamic force sensor in making quantitative measurements of the forces generated. (JRH)
Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Electricity, Force, Hands on Science
