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In this demonstration about force and motion, learners will explore the forces that affect a pendulum A simple model pendulum comprised of a ball and string demonstrates how pendulums work as well as why the pendulum wouldn’t work on the equator
- Under 5 minutes
- 5 to 10 minutes
- $1 - $5 per student
- Ages 4 - 11
- Activity, Demonstration
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Tennis Ball on a String
- Silver Ball (Optional)
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Earth, Moon and Sun
- Days
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Earth, Moon and Sun
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Physical Sciences
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Motion and Forces
- Gravity
- Momentum and Velocity
- Newton's Laws
- Rotation Motion
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Motion and Forces
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
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Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
Access Rights:
- Free access
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Rights:
- All rights reserved, COSI Columbus, 2009