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Lecture Demonstrations

The WVU Department of Physics and Astronomy has a variety of demonstrations that may be requested for various education or outreach purposes. Click on one of the categories below to find demos best suited to your courses's needs.

To request a demo, please contact Greg Riggs with the date, time, and location details, using the exact demo title as listed. It is important to note that some demos are only usable on campus and/or by trained personnel.


Astronomy Demonstrations
Electricity and Magnetism Demonstrations
Mechanics Demonstrations
Optics Demonstrations
Thermodynamics Demonstrations

Demo Requests

Do you have an idea for a demo that isn't currently in our inventory? We may be able to purchase it, if available, or construct it, if not. Please contact Greg Riggs  with suggestions.