4B40.10 Light the Match

4B40.10 Light the Match

A match at the focal point of a parabolic reflector is lit by the radiation of a heating element at the focus of another reflector.

Note: Make sure to color the match heads black in order to ensure the best possible absorption of light. In order for the match to catch on fire the match and the light source must be at the focal point (145mm).

Location: Mirrors and Lamp: M4-1; Matches: DE-7