Hall Voltage

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PIRA Classification: 5M10.10

Description: The ends of a rectangular strip of N-doped germanium are connected to a 5 volt power supply. A voltmeter is used to monitor the transverse potential. The connductor is inserted between the poles of a permanent magnet. The voltmeter reading is observed. The conductor is inverted and inserted. The meter is observed again.

Special Instructions: There is a large offset in the measured voltage. That is, the voltage is non-zero when outside of the field.

Ideally For: Phys 1202, 1302, 1402

Condition: Good

Setup time: 2 minutes

Safety Issues: None