Birefringent Crystals
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PIRA Classification: 6H35.15
Description: A piece of tagboard with a 1/8" hole covers the
overhead. A calcite crystal is placed over the hole. Two light beams
appear on the screen. Rotate a piece of Polaroid over the crystal.
Special Instructions: Don't drop the crystal.
Ideally For: Phys 1102, 1202, 2303, 2403, 2503
Condition: Ok
Setup time: 1 minute
Safety Issues: None