Conservation Of Mechanical Energy
In this lab, students use a photogate and dynamics system to explore how a cart's kinetic energy, gravitational potential energy, and total mechanical energy changes as it rolls down an inclined track.
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Standards Correlations
IB Topics | AP Topics |
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2.3 | 5.B.4.1;2 |
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Wireless Smart Gate
The Wireless Smart Gate has all the features of the wired Smart Gate plus the added flexibility of wireless connection to your data collection system.
Cart Picket Fences (2 Pack) -- IDS
Replacement photogate fences that mount on Dynamics Carts.
Angle Indicator
Fastens to the T-Slot of a dynamics track with hanging brass plumb bob for angle indicator.
Basic Smart Cart Metal Track 1.2 m System
The Basic Smart Cart and Metal Track 1.2m System includes two Wireless Smart Carts and a 1.2 m aluminum track without the accessories package.
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