Ring and Disk Apparatus
Item # P3-3540
Two objects of nearly equal mass and radius - one a solid disk and the other a ring - roll down an incline. Which reaches the end first?
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Demonstration size Ring and Disk - a classic for your classroom!
In this classic discrepant event, two objects of nearly equal mass and equal radius roll down an incline. One is a solid disk and the other is a ring. Which reaches the bottom first?
Students must consider the distribution of mass, how it affects rotational inertia, and how inertia affects motion.
Ramp not included.
Products being sold are not toys. They are for Educational / Laboratory use only. They are not for use by children 12 and under.
Resources
What’s Included
- Metal Ring
- Wooden Dsik
Features & Specs
Features
- Large and durable, perfect for a classroom demonstration
Specifications
- Diameter - 15 cm
- Width - 5 cm
- Weight - 1.45 Lbs
Conceptual Academy Videos
Rotational Motion: Rotational Inertia
