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Projectiles Air Resistance - It's a Drag
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Submission Information |
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| Authors | David Moutoux |
| Contact Email | dmoutoux@jeffco.k12.co.us |
| School / Organization | Jefferson County School District, Bear Creek High School |
| Submitted | 08/03/03 |
| Updated | 08/11/22 |
Contribution Description |
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| Title | Projectiles Air Resistance - It's a Drag |
| Simulations | Gerak Peluru (Gerak Parabola) |
| Keywords | Drag Coefficient Projectile Motion |
| Description | This lab was used with an AP physics class in an attempt to quantify the air drag experienced by a stomp rocket. Any projectile that can be launched consistently and that experiences significant drag could be substituted. |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Answers Included | No |
| Language | English |
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Comments
What do you think about this activity? How did you use it or change it for your class? Professionally constructive comments welcome.
- This looks like a great activity. Nice to point out the difference between theoritical (sims) and what to expect in the real world. I liked how you prompted them without giving away the way to do the calculations. Having them discuss is also a great idea. 08/05/06