by Milan Sanader | Jan 31, 2021 | Gr. 11-12 Physics
In this video I talk about how a Newton’s cradle works and a piece of the explanation that is usually left out. Then I put the Newton’s Cradle in the vacuum chamber to test if there is any difference between the cradle in air and a...
by msander | Oct 26, 2018 | Gr. 11-12 Physics
When Ryan spins a bike wheel, nothing crazy happens. But something weird happens when he flips it over – watch and learn as he shows and explains...
by msander | Dec 14, 2017 | Gr. 11-12 Physics
Introduction The collision of objects is a great way to demonstrate the conservation of momentum. Engage students by having them drop and collide toy balls of different mass and size. The results may be surprising! This inquiry-based activity will really get your...
by msander | Nov 17, 2014 | Gr. 11-12 Physics
This may not be the conventional way of serving a tennis ball but it’s a great application of conservation of momentum. Â As the ball and racket rebound off the ground, the racket transfers some of its momentum to the ball. Â This launches the ball high enough to...
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