Fan Cart Physics
Gain an understanding of Newton's Laws by experimenting with a cart (on which up to three fans are placed) on a linear track. The cart has a mass, as does each fan. The fans exert a constant force when switched on, and the direction of the fans can be altered as the position, velocity, and acceleration of the cart are measured.
Launch GizmoFan Cart Physics
Gain an understanding of Newton's Laws by experimenting with a cart (on which up to three fans are placed) on a linear track. The cart has a mass, as does each fan. The fans exert a constant force when switched on, and the direction of the fans can be altered as the position, velocity, and acceleration of the cart are measured.
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Constructing Explanations – Claim, Evidence, Reasoning: Fan Cart Physics
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Students got a really good understanding of Newton's Laws
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Newton's Second Law. Requires NO equipment!
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What a great way to introduce and extend Newton's laws!
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