Commons:Picture of the Year/2010/Caption/File:Radiometer 9965 Nevit.gif

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Radiometer. The Crookes radiometer, also known as the light mill or solar engine, consists of an airtight glass bulb, containing a partial vacuum. Inside are a set of vanes which are mounted on a spindle. The vanes rotate when exposed to light. (POTD)

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