Pendulum
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Description
Investigate the variables that might have an effect on the period of a pendulum. Four variables are available – the amplitude of the swing, the mass of the pendulum bob, the length of the pendulum, and the local value for g, the acceleration due to gravity.
Topics and Objectives:
- Measure the period with the included stopwatch.
- Test the effects of length, amplitude, mass, and gravity on the pendulum’s motion.
- Use the pendulum to determine gravity on the moon and on an asteroid.
Activities:
Preset Unknowns:
- g(Earth’s moon)
- g(Asteroid)
Support:
Video:
Additional information
Expiration Date | 1 year from purchase |
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