The author has acquired a yellow laser with the specific wavelength of 589 nm. Because this is the first time such a laser has been discussed in this journal, I feel it is appropriate to provide a discussion of its function and capabilities. Normal laser safety should be employed, such as not pointing it into eyes or at people, and using eye protection for the young and inexperienced. It is important to note that 589 nm is the same wavelength as the Sodium-D line (doublet). This allows for the laser to serve as a replacement for sodium lamps, and, considering its rather high price, this added value should be balanced against its cost. What follows is a list of activities that showcase the yellow laser’s unique promise as an engaging piece of technology that can be used in the teaching of physics.
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February 2018
TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM|
February 01 2018
Introducing the yellow laser
James Lincoln
James Lincoln
Southern California Section of AAPT
; james@physicsvideos.com
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Phys. Teach. 56, 124–125 (2018)
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James Lincoln; Introducing the yellow laser. Phys. Teach. 1 February 2018; 56 (2): 124–125. https://doi.org/10.1119/1.5021448
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