Physics is about studying how the universe works, and since you're in it, it's really about understanding you and the world you live in. Hopefully you'll find this very interesting! Seek to improve your learning by polishing each portfolio objective, each online text assignment, and then by noticing physics in your life!

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

Working on those pendulums

Now is the time for you to work with your group on refining your data collection.
You need to create well-populated (lots of data) graphs for:
  • Period vs Mass
  • Period vs Amplitude
  • Period vs Arm Length
How would you describe those shapes? (flat, linear, curved)
What does the shape tell you about the relationship?
How can we find data that will illuminate if the graph is flat or curved?

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