Simple Pendulum
In this lab, students will use a photogate and pendulum to determine the physical properties of a simple pendulum that affect its period. Then, students will use their data to support a mathematical model that relates period to pendulum arm length.
Grade Level: Advanced Placement
Subject: Physics
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Standards Correlations
IB® Topics | AP® Topics |
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4.1; 9.1 | 3.B.3.1; 2; 3 |
Featured Equipment
Smart Gate
Photogate that can be connected to any PASPORT interface, has auxiliary port to daisy chain gates, double beams for accurate speed measurement, and a special photogate tape slot.
Pendulum Clamp
Hang up to three pendula from precisely the same height.
Photogate Pendulum Set
Set of four pendula (brass, plastic, wood, and aluminum) that are ideal for PASCO’s Photogate Head and Photogate Accessory in timing experiments.
Support
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