Expanding upon the Linear Expansion Experiment.

Perry, Helene F.; Weigman, Bernard J.

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ERIC Number: EJ394209

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Publication Date: 1989

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Expanding upon the Linear Expansion Experiment.

Perry, Helene F.; Weigman, Bernard J.

Physics Teacher, v27 n5 p375-77 May 1989

Discussed is a method of measuring the coefficient of linear expansion of a solid. Getting many data points, using a computer program using the least square fit technique, and modifying the apparatus are described. (YP)

Descriptors: College Science, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Experiments, Laboratory Procedures, Physics, Science Activities, Science Equipment, Science Instruction

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Reports - Descriptive

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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