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Projectiles Air Resistance - It's a Drag
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| Title | Projectiles Air Resistance - It's a Drag |
| 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 |
| Keywords | Drag Coefficient Projectile Motion |
| Simulation(s) | Projectile Motion |
| Author(s) | David Moutoux |
| Contact Email | dmoutoux@jeffco.k12.co.us |
| School / Organization | Jefferson County School District, Bear Creek High School |
| Date submitted | 3/3/08 |
| Date updated | 11/22/08 |
Comments
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.
Leslie Trexler
5/6/08
