He-5 Dependence of Viscosity on Temperature

Aim

To demonstrate that the viscosity of a gas increases with temperature.

Apparatus

  • Copper tubing as in diagram
  • Gas Cylinder
  • Gas Torch

Dependence of Viscosity Temperature 3 Dependence of Viscosity Temperature 2

Dependence of Viscosity on Temperature.

Description

The tube is connected to a gas supply and the jets ignited. One arm is then heated and the flame at that end becomes smaller owing to the increased viscosity of the gas.

Video

Safety Notes

Dependence of Viscosity on Temperature SOP-14