Air Drag

In this activity, students will use motion sensors to observe that an object in free fall's velocity is related to the net force on the object. Additionally, students will learn that air drag produces a force with direction opposite to the fall.

Grade Level: High School

Subject: PhysicsSTEM

Student Files

Air Drag 194.95 KB

Support

Many lab activities can be conducted with our Wireless, PASPORT, or even ScienceWorkshop sensors and equipment. For assistance with substituting compatible instruments, contact PASCO Technical Support. We're here to help.

Copyright Disclaimer: Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976 makes allowance for “fair use” for purposes of teaching, scholarship, education and research. Reproduction under any other circumstances, without the written consent of PASCO, is prohibited.