Ef-4 Discharge Tubes
Published: Tuesday 14 March 2006 - Updated: Tuesday 29 March 2011
Aim
To demonstrate that elements, molecules and compounds have characteristic spectra.
Apparatus
- Discharge tubes
- Tesla coil or
- Induction coil
- D.C. powerpak
Diagrams
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Discharge Tubes Diagram |
Description
The Geissler tubes available include
| Argon | Carbon Dioxide | Carbon Monoxide |
| Helium | Hydrogen | Krypton |
| Nitrogen | Bromine | Methane |
These will be excited with the tesla coil.