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Title: Photoelectric Effect
PIRA: 7A 10.10

Demonstrates: Electrons moved by UV light
Description: A zinc plate is charged with a plastic rod and fur then discharged with UV light.

Instructions: Attatch zinc plate to Braun electroscope, charge with plastic rod and fur, discharge with UV light source

Items Used: Braun electroscope, quartz UV light or hand held UV black light, Zinc Plate, plastic rod and fur, 4k power source.

Notes: Use steel wool to remove oxidation from zinc plate prior to charging Math Description: None.

Size: Condition: Good. Hazard: UV light hazard.

Schematic: 7A 10.10 Tech Specs: None. Web Links:
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