Physics B AP Core Labs

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Concepts:
Velocity is measurable and describes the change of position of an object.

Summary:
Students collect data for analysis via a distance vs. time graph and invent the concept of velocity.

Objectives Links:
I. A: Kinematics

Process Skills Checklist

Equipment:

• Grooved wooden track or air track
• ring stand or blocks to incline the track
• ball for wooden track or air track glider or wheeled toy
• meter sticks
• stopwatches
• masking tape

Safety Concerns:
Tracks can slip and cause injury if elevated too high.

Revision Date:
Fall 1999