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A Direct Reading Thermometer Based on a Silicon Diode.

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Kirkup, L.; Tonthat, C. – Physics Education, 1998

Describes a simple circuit based on an inexpensive quad operational amplifier that permits a direct-reading temperature instrument to be constructed using silicon diodes. Encourages the use of this equipment in introductory thermal experiments. (DDR)

Descriptors: Computer Interfaces, Data Collection, Foreign Countries, Higher Education

Use Your Own Computer Timer: Velocity of Stress Waves in a Solid Rod.

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Russell, David – Australian Science Teachers Journal, 1997

Describes how to measure the penultimate laboratory speed, a stress wave velocity in a solid rod. Also includes background information on stress waves, apparatus, and procedures. Employs a homemade interface for the IBM platform. (DDR)

Descriptors: Communications Satellites, Computer Interfaces, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education