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Physics 2015: Newton’s Law in Action

Newton’s Law in Action

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Physics 2015: Newton’s Law in Action

Purpose

Study the relationship between acceleration and forces by observing

…in which direction acceleration occurs when forces act on an object, and

…the dependence of acceleration on other properties, mainly mass and force

We will use free body diagrams to understand these basic principles.

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Physics 2015: Newton’s Law in Action

Equipment

• Cart on a track• Force sensor (attach as shown below)• Extra mass to put on top of cart

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Physics 2015: Newton’s Law in Action

As always, just remember to tare the force sensors before starting a new experiment!