Diffusion Science radio: Crooke's radiometer mystery

Crooke's radiometer mystery


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The mystery of Crooke's radiometer.
Everyday physics - keeping your cool.
Production checked by Charles Willock,
Produced by Ian Woolf
Rynos Theme by MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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July 3, 2017
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