9th Grade Physical Science Core Labs

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Purpose:
How do we ask questions and get answers from nature?

Summary:
Students use an electronic timer, and photogates are used with a car and ramp to identify variables that influence the speed of the car. Students design experiments that provide good scientific results.

Objectives Links:
1: A. Scientific Method

Process Skills Checklist

Materials:

• 2 photogates
• electronic timer
• ramp
• car

Safety Concerns:
Standard operating procedures apply

Revision Date:
August 2006