Compass array

Description: An array of 24 compass needles (4 x 6) mounted on pivots may be used to demonstrate magnetic domains.

Cautions:

Concepts demonstrated:


Equipment: compass array (we have two identical units), bar magnet

Setup Time: Short

Difficulty/Commitment: Straightforward

Visibility: use on the overhead projector


Related demonstrations:

References: PIRA 5G20.30


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