Difference between revisions of "Atwood's Machine"

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Two masses hang by a string suspended over a pulley. Hold equal masses at different heights and ask students what happens if you let go. Have they been paying attention??
Two masses hang by a string suspended over a pulley. Hold equal masses at different heights and ask students what happens if you let go. Have they been paying attention??

Latest revision as of 11:09, 6 February 2023

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Description:

Two masses hang by a string suspended over a pulley. Hold equal masses at different heights and ask students what happens if you let go. Have they been paying attention??

Location:

  • Pulleys: Dr. 1 & 2
  • Masses: Sh. A-4