Product Summary
Demonstrate the deflection of beta particles in a magnetic field. This apparatus can be used on three levels:
- Qualitative demonstration of the deflection of beta particles in a magnetic field, including the sign of the charge
- Simple beta spectrum, where the energy is determined by reading from a graph
- Detailed, relativistic processing of the beta spectrum
The apparatus consists of a pair of permanent magnets with a radioactive source holder. The beta particles are deflected as they pass through the magnetic field. The entire source-and-magnet assembly can be rotated so the deflected beta particles will enter the fixed GM tube. The GM tube can be connected directly to a 550 or 850 Universal Interface (UI-5001 or UI-5000) and the counts can be recorded in PASCO Capstone. Alternatively, the GM tube can be connected to a stand-alone Geiger Counter.
What's Included
Data Collection Software
This product requires PASCO software for data collection and analysis. We recommend the following option(s). For more information on which is right for your classroom, see our Software Comparison: SPARKvue vs. Capstone »
Interface Required
This product requires a PASCO Interface to connect to your computer or device. We recommend the following option(s). For a breakdown of features, capabilities, and additional options, see our Interface Comparison Guide »
