Basic Dynamics Systems (Basic Carts)
A collection of mechanics labs that can be used with the Basic Dynamics Systems that use the PAScars and metal carts.
Grade Level: Advanced Placement • College • High School
Subject: Physics
Activities
01) Conservation of Momentum in Explosions
The purpose of this experiment is to demonstrate conservation of momentum with two carts pushing away from each other.
02) Conservation of Momentum in Collisions
The purpose of this experiment is to qualitatively explore conservation of momentum for elastic and inelastic collisions.
03) Launch Speed
In this experiment, you will qualitatively demonstrate how the final speed of the plunger cart depends on its mass and the initial compression of the plunger spring.
05) Acceleration Down an Incline
In this experiment, you will investigate how the acceleration of a cart rolling down an inclined track depends on the angle of incline. From you data, you will calculate the acceleration of an object in free-fall.
