5k20.24: COPPER BLOCK AND MAGNET

DEMONSTRATES: Eddy currents.

EQUIPMENT: Copper block, styrofoam container, large NdFeB magnet, liquid nitrogen.

DESCRIPTION: A thick copper plate is cooled to 77 K. Strong eddy currents are produced when a large NdFeB magnet is brought near.

COMMENTS: Block needs to be cooled beforehand. An overhead camera can be used in large classrooms.