Lesson # 1. Kinetic and Potential Energy
We start by understanding the differences between Potential and Kinetic Energy. Attached is my powerpoint for the day.
intro_powerpoint.ppt | |
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Lesson #2. Water Balloons and Gravitational Potential Energy
Dropping balloons and balls is a great way to learn about gravity and potential energy. Attached is the lab and the answer key.
water_balloon_lab.docx | |
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File Type: | docx |
water_balloon_lab_answer_key.docx | |
File Size: | 24 kb |
File Type: | docx |
Lesson #3. Law of Conservation of Energy
A little more practice with Kinetic and Potential Energy. Attached is the worksheet and answer.
kinetic_and_potential_energy_worksheet.docx | |
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File Type: | docx |
kinetic_and_potential_energy_worksheet_answer_key.docx | |
File Size: | 16 kb |
File Type: | docx |
Lesson #4. Pendulum Lab
Studying pendulums is a great way to better understand Kinetic and Potential Energy. Attached is a copy of the lab, with the answer key provided.
pendulum_lab.docx | |
File Size: | 20 kb |
File Type: | docx |
pendulum_lab_answers.docx | |
File Size: | 20 kb |
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Lesson #5. Water Balloon Launchers
The task was seemingly simple: build a water balloon launcher that fires a balloon as far as possible. However, it is a great way to study physics in action. Attached is a copy of the lab and the answer key.
water_launcher_build.docx | |
File Size: | 22 kb |
File Type: | docx |
water_launcher_answer_key.docx | |
File Size: | 22 kb |
File Type: | docx |