Description: Description of a Cloud Chamber for Detecting Charged Particles A cloud chamber, also known as a Wilson chamber, is a device used to visualize the tracks of charged particles. It is widely used in laboratories, universities, and schools for practical lessons in atomic physics. #### Key Features:1. **No Need for Dry Ice**: Modern cloud chamber models do not require the use of dry ice, simplifying operation and reducing operational costs.2. **Quick Startup and Ready-to-Use**: Thanks to modern technological solutions, the chamber is ready for use within minutes of being turned on, saving time and enhancing convenience.3. **Visualization of Charged Particle Tracks**: The chamber allows observation of the tracks of alpha and beta particles, as well as protons and other charged particles created by various radiation sources or cosmic rays. #### Design and Working Principle:1. **Chamber and Working Area**: The chamber consists of a transparent housing with an internal working area filled with saturated vapor of alcohol or another suitable substance.2. **Cooling and Condensation**: The working area is cooled using an integrated cooling system (such as Peltier elements or built-in refrigeration systems), causing the vapor to condense.3. **Track Detection**: As charged particles pass through the chamber, they ionize the vapor molecules. The ions act as condensation nuclei, and droplets of liquid form along their paths, creating visible tracks.4. **Lighting and Visualization**: The chamber is equipped with a lighting system that helps visualize the particle tracks. Side lighting is often used to provide high-contrast and clear images of the tracks. #### Advantages for Educational Institutions:- **Visual and Interactive**: The cloud chamber provides students with the opportunity to observe and study processes usually hidden from view, making the study of atomic physics more engaging and comprehensible.- **Ease of Use**: Modern cloud chambers are easy to set up and operate, allowing instructors to conduct demonstrations and experiments quickly and effectively.- **Safety**: The absence of the need for dry ice and other hazardous materials increases the safety of conducting classes. Using a cloud chamber in educational settings enhances understanding of processes related to ionization and radioactivity and stimulates students' interest in research activities in physics.
Price: 450 USD
Location: Antelope, California
End Time: 2025-01-16T18:48:12.000Z
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Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
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