The undergraduate fluid mechanics laboratory at Clarkson University consists of three experiments: mixing; drag measurements; and fluid flow and pressure drop measurements. The latter experiment is described, considering equipment needed, procedures used, and typical results obtained. (JN)

Describes various types of available hearing protection devices, the advantages and disadvantages of each type, and the fitting and maintenance necessary for personal hearing protection. (JOW)

Listed are a number of materials including a spectrophotometer, power meter, vacuum pump, fume hood, cart system, and others. The source of the product and a brief description are given for each. (RH)

A publisher lists guidelines on how to evaluate a textbook for a lab-oriented course. (HD)

Describes an experiment in which gas viscosity coefficients over a large temperature range are used to determine the parameters of the intermolecular potential energy and other properties such as virial coefficients. (MLH)

This book presents science experiments that can be conducted in the kitchen. Contents include: (1) "Safety First"; (2) "Chemistry in and Near the Kitchen Sink"; (3) "Chemistry in the Refrigerator"; (4) "Chemistry on the Stove"; (5) "Chemistry on the Kitchen Counter"; and (6) "Further Reading and Internet Addresses." (YDS)

Brief descriptions are presented of 40 demonstrations and laboratory experiments in electrodynamics, complementing the ninth grade physics text. (Author/JH)

Describes an experiment built on the hypothesis that a relationship exists between a person's visualization skills and his creative abilities. Twenty-eight college students in engineering were given a design problem which was real and free. Results confirmed the hypothesis. (DF)