Today we will work on problems using Newton's laws. We will also review for the exam if we have time.
Force Problems
Testing Newton's Second Law
Today we will do an experiment to determine if friction is significant. It will once again involve the modified Atwood machine
Worksheets:
Modified Atwood Machine
Air Resistance and Friction Problems
Today we will do an experiment involving air resistance. We will also work on problems involving friction.
Worksheets:
Air Resistance
Problems
More Problems
New Homework
Four new homework assignments have been posted on webassign. The first two are due before the exam, and the latter two are due after the exam. However, they all cover material for the second exam.
Friction and Spring Forces
Today we will study the force of friction. We will also look at a variable force known as the spring force.
Worksheets:
Measuring Friction
Force of a Spring