A Rectangular Prism Block refers to a three-dimensional geometric shape with six rectangular faces, twelve edges, and eight vertices. They are used for used for optical experiments.
The use of rectangular prism blocks can vary depending on their material, size, and intended purpose. This can be used for the following:
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Optics Experiments: Demonstrate concepts such as refraction, dispersion of light, and total internal reflection.
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Educational Demonstrations: Teach students about the properties of light, how it interacts with different materials, and the principles of optics, as hands-on tools for visualizing and understanding these concepts.
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Physics and Engineering Studies: Explore the behavior of light, study the properties of materials, and conduct experiments related to optics and electromagnetic waves
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Material Testing: Test the optical properties of different materials, such as acrylic versus glass
| Product Code | Material | Size | Refractive Index |
| SE.31.1227-01 | Acrylic | 180x125x25mm | |
| SE.31.1226-01 | Acrylic | 125x65x18mm | |
| SE.31.1196-01 | Glass | 75x50x18mm | 1.50 |
| SE.31.1206-01 | Glass | 110x62x18mm | 1.15 |
| Size |
180 x 125 x 25mm / Acrylic, 125 x 65 x 18mm / Acrylic, 75 x 50 x 18mm / Glass, 110 x 62 x 18mm / Glass |
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