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Magnetic Free Fall

Magnetic Free Fall

In this activity, learners use a pencil, magnets, and mat board to illustrate Newton's Second Law. Learners will observe as gravitational and magnetic forces act on two falling objects to produce an unexpected result. This activity can be used as a demonstration if the pencil device is constructed ahead of time.

Keywords:
Physical Science, Acceleration, Force, Magnet, Geoscience, NSDL, Motion and Forces, Mathematics, Newton's Laws, Physics, General Science, Conducting Investigations, Newton, Chemistry, Earth System Science, Electricity and Magnetism, Earth's Magnetic Field, Space Science, Education, Newton's Second Law, Gravity
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Material Type:
Simulation
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 27, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
August 30, 2017
Author:
Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
Middle School, High School
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
Cost Involved:
No
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No
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Unknown
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