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Learners build and investigate pendulums of different lengths. They discover that the longer the string of the pendulum, the longer the time it takes to swing. Learners also discover that changing the mass on the end of the pendulum and changing the angle of release of the pendulum do not affect how long it takes to swing. Resource contains suggestions for assessment, extensions, and scaling for different levels of learners.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- $1 - $5 per group of students
- Ages 11 - 18
- Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- 110 cm of string
- Fishing weights (1 oz. and 2 oz.)
- Tape
- Metric ruler or tape measure
- Colored markers
- Protractor
- Stopwatch
Subjects
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Mathematics
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Data Analysis and Probability
- Data Analysis
- Data Collection
- Data Representation
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Measurement
- Units of Measurement
- Rate
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Data Analysis and Probability
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Physical Sciences
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Motion and Forces
- Machines
- Momentum and Velocity
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Motion and Forces
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The Nature of Science
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The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Gathering Data
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The Scientific Process
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Components that are part of this resource:
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
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Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
- Duren, Sabre ; Heavner, Ben ; Schaefer Zarske, Malinda ; Carlson, Denise
Source Collection
- TeachEngineering
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Regents of the University of Colorado, 2004
Funding Sources:
- Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE)
- U.S. Department of Education
- National Science Foundation, 0226322