Expansion of Liquids Apparatus

PHY 205

Discover the relative coefficient of expansion of different liquids. Illustrates the different expansion

of liquids and allows for the determination of the relative coefficient of expansion. Consisting of

five glass bulbs with stem, total height 400 mm; mounted against a plastic stand, with 5 scales

graduated in mm. Complete with metal trough for the uniform and simultaneous heating of the

5 glass bulbs.

Equipment needed:

Alcohol Thermometer -10°C ÷ 110°C

or Mercury Thermometer -10°C ÷ 110°C

Equipment suggested:

Temperature Probe

Experiments:

Coefficient of expansion

Expansion of liquids (relative expansion)