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What is this physics classroom object?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around identifying an object found in a physics classroom. Participants explore its possible uses and characteristics, seeking clarification and additional details about the object.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants suggest the object resembles a lamp that can be hung from a bar, noting a bent hanger.
- Others propose that the object may require a power source to function as a lamp.
- One participant asks for more details about the object's attachment to the stem and any markings it may have.
- A participant speculates that if the column is made of insulating material, it could be an accessory for Van de Graaff generator demonstrations.
- Another participant suggests it might be a telescope for a spectrum analyzer.
- Several links to external resources are shared, possibly for reference or comparison.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus on the identity or function of the object, with multiple competing views and hypotheses presented.
Contextual Notes
The discussion lacks specific details about the object's dimensions, materials, and markings, which may affect the identification process.
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berkeman
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Welcome to the PF.roger ryan said:
Can you tell us what it is? Do you know what it is and what it is used for? How big is it? Do you have more pictures from different angles?
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mathman
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It looks like a lamp which can be hung from a bar. The hanger on the left looks like it got bent out of shape.roger ryan said:
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DaveC426913
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...if it had a power source.mathman said:
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mfig
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It would be easier with more detail. Is it attached to the short stem, or is the stem even part of the thing? Are there ports on it? What is under the stem? Are there markings on it?
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http://www.the-saleroom.com/fr-fr/a...0005/lot-2438a2c7-ae99-4d45-b384-a53600da8622 ?
http://curiousscience.com/1/Scientific/Antique-Static-Electricity-Conductor-On-Insulated-Stand-P1026.html ?
http://curiousscience.com/1/Scientific/Antique-Static-Electricity-Conductor-On-Insulated-Stand-P1026.html ?
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The Bill
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If the column is made of an insulating material, it looks like a version of some of the accessories used for Van de Graff generator demonstrations.
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Looks like a telescope for a spectrum analyzer.
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roger ryan
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thank yourobphy said:http://www.the-saleroom.com/fr-fr/a...0005/lot-2438a2c7-ae99-4d45-b384-a53600da8622 ?
http://curiousscience.com/1/Scientific/Antique-Static-Electricity-Conductor-On-Insulated-Stand-P1026.html ?
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