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Lesson 60 of 84 ยท Forces

Experiment

Balancing on One Foot (Part 2)

What You'll Learn

A pendulum swings back and forth using the forces of gravity and momentum.

Key Words

  • strong
  • force
  • motion

Materials Needed

  • string
  • weights
  • tape
  • ruler

Safety First

  • Dispose of materials properly after the experiment.

Steps

Step 1 โ€” Read

Read and learn: A pendulum swings back and forth using the forces of gravity and momentum.

Step 2 โ€” Do

Measure using your ruler or measuring cup.

Step 3 โ€” Observe

Compare what happened to what you predicted.

Step 4 โ€” Record

Tell the class one thing you learned today.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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Does a seesaw use a lever?