9th Grade Physical Science Core Labs

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Purpose:
To measure the amplitude and period of a pendulum.
Determine how to change the properties and change of a pendulum.

Summary:
Students will setup a pendulum, test the effect of three variables, and graphically analyze collected data.

Objectives Links:
6: B. Waves

Process Skills Checklist

Materials:

• pendulum stand and knob
• pendulum bob
• electronic timer
• pendulum hanger
• 1 photogate

Safety Concerns:
Standard operating procedures apply.

Revision Date:
August 2006