A measurement of dead space and its effect on the homogeneous nucleation rate of water vapor in helium

Author

Michael A. Grayson

Abstract

"The existence of a "dead space" surrounding each nucleated water droplet is demonstrated and measurements of its rate of development are made. The effects of this "dead space" are considered to be due to both the removal of vapor from the helium-water vapor mixture and the evolution of heat about the drop due to its growth. The results confirm the usefulness of the concept of a "dead space" and provide a means for its measurement with respect to time. Recommendations for further study and a method of correcting for dead space effects is given"--page [i].

Advisor(s)

Kassner, James L.

Committee Member(s)

Antle, Charles E.
Hill, Otto H.
Rivers, Jack L.

Department(s)

Physics

Degree Name

M.S. in Physics

Publisher

University of Missouri at Rolla

Publication Date

1965

Pagination

vi, 68 pages

Note about bibliography

Includes bibliographical references (page 28).

Rights

© 1965 Michael A. Grayson, All rights reserved.

Document Type

Thesis - Open Access

File Type

text

Language

English

Subject Headings

NucleationHeliumWater

Thesis Number

T 1723

Print OCLC #

5966798

Electronic OCLC #

834525420

Recommended Citation

Grayson, Michael A., "A measurement of dead space and its effect on the homogeneous nucleation rate of water vapor in helium" (1965). Masters Theses. 6972.
https://scholarsmine.mst.edu/masters_theses/6972