Conservation Of Momentum

In this lab, students use a motion sensor and a dynamics system to demonstrate that linear momentum and kinetic energy are conserved in an elastic collision, and linear momentum is conserved but kinetic energy is not conserved in an inelastic collision.

Grade Level: Advanced Placement

Subject: Physics

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Standards Correlations

IB^® Topics	AP^® Topics
2.4	5.D.1.3;5.D.2.2; 4

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PASPORT Motion Sensor

The PASPORT Motion Sensor accurately measures the position, velocity, and acceleration of a target. It can be used to track the motion of balls, carts, people, and more.

Cart Mass (Set of 2)

These 250-gram masses fit in any Dynamics Cart (including the Smart Cart) or the Discover Friction Accessory.

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