Quick Answer: The Whitley Bay Smoke Cell is used to observe Brownian motion in smoke particles under a standard microscope, with its own 12 volt LED bulb and condensing lens.
Last updated: October 2026
Key Features
Smoke cell, cylindrical condensing lens and 12 volt LED bulb in one box
Plastic lid with flanges for easy attachment to standard microscopes
Pre-set to focus the light at the correct height
Squeeze bottle type smoke generator and detailed instructions supplied
220 x 170 x 70 mm; weight 280 grams
Technical Specifications
Specification
Value
Dimensions
220 x 170 x 70 mm
Weight
280 grams
Light source
12 volt LED bulb
Lens
Cylindrical condensing lens
User
Student
About This Product
Brownian motion is the random movement of microscopic particles suspended in a liquid or gas, resulting from the impact of molecules of the surrounding medium. Smoke from the squeeze bottle generator is placed in the cell, and students watch the lit particles move through the microscope.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How is the light focused? The apparatus is pre-set to focus the light at the correct height.
