Magdeburg Hemisphere
A Magdeburg Hemisphere is used to demonstrate the power of atmospheric pressure. It consists of two hemispheres that can create a strong vacuum when sealed. This device was originally developed by Otto von Guericke and now serves as a valuable tool for teaching students and researchers about air pressure and its impact...
A Magdeburg Hemisphere is used to demonstrate the power of atmospheric pressure. It consists of two hemispheres that can create a strong vacuum when sealed. This device was originally developed by Otto von Guericke and now serves as a valuable tool for teaching students and researchers about air pressure and its impact on different phenomena.
Its historical significance and educational purpose make it a noteworthy representation of atmospheric pressure experiments in laboratory settings.
Procedure:
- Combine the two Magdeburg hemispheres and securely seal the valve.
- Attach a spring scale to each hemisphere and pull them apart, using the scales to measure the force.
- Connect the two halves, vacuum the air out of the sphere using the pump, then close the valve.
- Attach the springs to the hemispheres and pull to demonstrate the increased force required to separate the halves.
| Product Code: | SE.31.0251-01 |
| Material: | Brass |
| Diameter: | 75mm |