Ball on "V" Tracks, 1M40.30

Topic and Concept:

• Work and Energy, [:WorkEnergy#ConservationOfEnergy: 1M40. Conservation of Energy]

Location:

• Cabinet: [:MechanicsCabinet:Mechanic (ME)]

• Bay: [:MechanicsCabinetBayT6:(T6)]

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Abstract:

A ball is left to roll on a symmetrical and an unsymmetrical V-shaped track.

Important Setup Notes:

• N/A

Setup and Procedure:

1. Place the desired assortment of V-tracks on the lecture bench so that the long side faces the audience.
2. Place a steel ball at the top of the V on each track and note the motion of each ball.

Cautions, Warnings, or Safety Concerns:

• N/A

Discussion:

Discuss the physics behind the demonstration, explaining some of the various steps of the demonstration when appropriate.

Videos:

• [https://www.youtube.com/user/LectureDemostrations/videos?view=1 Lecture Demonstration's Youtube Channel]

References:

• [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conservation_of_energy Conservation of Energy - Wikipedia]

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