PASCO OS-9257A PRECISION INTERFEROMETER User Manual
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Precision Interferometer
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Table of Contents
Section
Page
Copyright, Warranty, and Equipment Return ................................................... ii
Introduction ...................................................................................................... 1
Equipment ........................................................................................................ 2
Theory of Operation ......................................................................................... 4
Michelson
Twyman-Green
Fabry-Perot
Setup and Operation ......................................................................................... 6
Tips on Using the Interferometer ...................................................................... 9
Sources of Error
Troubleshooting
Experiments
Experiment 1: Introduction to Interferometry ..................................... 11
Experiment 2: The Index of Refraction of Air ................................... 13
Experiment 3: The Index of Refraction of Glass ................................ 15
Suggestions for Additional Experiments ......................................................... 17
Maintenance .................................................................................................... 18
Teacher's Guide ........................................................................................... 20-22