Ef-4 Discharge Tubes

Aim

To demonstrate that elements, molecules and compounds have characteristic spectra.

Apparatus

  • Discharge tubes
  • Tesla coil or
  • Induction coil
  • D.C. powerpak

Discharge Tubes

Discharge Tubes.

Description

The Geissler tubes available include

Argon

Carbon Dioxide

Carbon Monoxide

Helium

Hydrogen

Krypton

Nitrogen

Bromine

Methane

These will be excited with the tesla coil.