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Pendulum: Conservation of Energy
Students first measure the vertical displacement of a pendulum bob and calculate its potential energy compared to equilibrium. The predict the pendulum bob's maximum velocity and then measure the actual velocity at the bottom of the swing.
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Required Equipment Hooked Masses, Meter Stick, Stop Watch, Ring Stand, Fishing Line
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Recommended quantity per lab group: 1
Recommended quantity per 3 lab groups: 1
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