Bowling Ball Pendulum

From UO Physics Demonstration Catalog

Return to Energy

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Description:

A special Demo for rooms 100 and 110 Will. which hangs a bowling ball from the ceiling. Hold the ball next to you nose and let go. On its return the ball will come uncomfortably close but will not hit so long as you Do not move your head. A beaker of water may be used for those who find this too risky.

Location:

  • Bowling Ball: Sh. A-4
  • Rope for Rm. 110: Sh. A-3
  • Rope for Rm. 100: Already hanging