Al Tobias (wat4y) - Office: Gibson S123 & Physics 218, (434) 924-0538
Demonstrations are cataloged according to PIRA Bibliography
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Image RetentionPurpose:To illustrate the ability of the eye to retain an image longer than it is physically present.Procedure:Focus the projector at a point away from the wall. Stand to the side of the light path and wave the meter stick up and down in the path of the light. If the frequency is not too low the class can see the entire image of the slide, even though the "screen" is only a couple of centimeters wide. At lower frequencies less of the slide can be seen. This shows that the eye retains an image for a short while after receiving it.Hints:An alternative set up where projector is shining through the blades of a speed controlled fan is available.Equipment:
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