Name: Falling Meter Sticks

Category: Mechanics

Subcategory: Rotational Dynamics

Classes:

Comments: Place two meter sticks up against the wall, one with a weight affixed to the top and one unmodified. Have students predict which one will hit the ground first. Many students will be surprised at the results.

Equipment: Meter sticks, weights

Location: Meter sticks: H104 back corner, Weights: H104 A3

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