Golf Range
Try to get a hole in one by adjusting the velocity and launch angle of a golf ball. Explore the physics of projectile motion in a frictional or ideal setting. Horizontal and vertical velocity vectors can be displayed, as well as the path of the ball. The height of the golfer and the force of gravity are also adjustable.
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Try to get a hole in one by adjusting the velocity and launch angle of a golf ball. Explore the physics of projectile motion in a frictional or ideal setting. Horizontal and vertical velocity vectors can be displayed, as well as the path of the ball. The height of the golfer and the force of gravity are also adjustable.
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Exploring variables which affect projectile motion
In this lightly structured activity, students work in small groups (in person or virtual) to explore how ... (more)launch angle, air resistance, and acceleration due to gravity affect the path of a projectile.
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Physics
Task Card: Golf Range
This task card can be used for remote learning or in class as a small group, a station, or individual act... (more)ivity. Students will try to get a hole in one by adjusting the velocity and launch angle of a golf ball and explore the physics of projectile motion in a frictional or ideal setting.
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AP Physics, Physics
EL STEM Lesson Golf Range
The lesson incorporates the Golf Range Gizmos as a STEM lesson resource to investigate initial velocity a... (more)nd launch angle of a projectile.
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Middle School Physical Science
Exploration par l'étudiant: Enclos de pratique de golf
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AP Physics, Physics
Vocabulaire: Enclos de pratique de golf
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AP Physics, Physics
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User Recommendations (showing 5 of 6):
Used this with both Honors and AP Physics. Great Visual and Instant feedback after calculations are completed.
Recommended for: AP Physics, PhysicsGizmo User from Massachusetts
Excellent learning tool for projectile motion.
Recommended for: PhysicsGizmo User from South Carolina
An engaging look at projectile motion and a great visual for vectors. And it's fun.
Recommended for: 10th Grade, 12th Grade MathGizmo User from Ontario
Great gizmo to introduce projectile motion
Recommended for: AP Physics, PhysicsGizmo User from Florida
Use the advanced features, turning off air friction to teach x & y components of velocity.
Recommended for: AP Physics, PhysicsGizmo User from Texas
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