An absolute temperature scale noise thermometer is described and Boltzmann’s constant is measured. The apparatus involves an easily constructed temperature probe and standard electronic instruments. The design considerations for the experiment are a useful introduction to low noise electronics.
This content is only available via PDF.
© 1978 American Association of Physics Teachers.
1978
American Association of Physics Teachers
AAPT members receive access to the American Journal of Physics and The Physics Teacher as a member benefit. To learn more about this member benefit and becoming an AAPT member, visit the Joining AAPT page.