Maxwellian velocity distribution

螢幕截圖 2016-04-05 15.18.50

Item no.: P2320300

Principle

By means of the model apparatus for kinetic theory of gases the motion of gas molecules is simulated and the velocities determined by registration of the throw distance of the glass balls. This velocity distribution is compared to the theoretical Maxwell- Boltzmann equation.

Tasks

  1. Measure the velocity distribution of the “model gas”.
  2. Compare the result to theoretical behaviour as described by the Maxwell- Boltzmann distribution.
  3. Discuss the results.

What you can learn about

  • Kinetic theory of gases
  • Temperature
  • Gas- molecules
  • Model kinetic energy
  • Average velocity
  • Velocity distribution