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 1. List steps for setup then procedure.
 1. ...		  1. Place the turntable on the lecture bench such that the table is horizontally oriented.
 1. Plug in the turntable making sure the power switch is in the "off" position.
 1. Place block(s) on turn table.
 1. Turn on the turntable by flipping the switch to the "on" position.
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Discuss the physics behind the demonstration, explaining some of the various steps of the demonstration when appropriate. When the turntable moves, the only force on the blocks allowing them to move with the turntable is friction. As per Newton's first law, the blocks, once set in motion, "want" to travel in a straight line. To alter their motion and put them into a circular trajectory, a centripetal force must act on the blocks.
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[:PiraScheme#Mechanics: Table of Mechanics Demonstration]

[:MEEquipmentList: List of Mechanics Equipment & Supplies]

[:Demonstrations:Lecture Demonstrations]

Block on a Rotating Table, 1D55.30

Topic and Concept:

Location:

attachment:BlockonRotatingTable-01-400.jpg

Abstract:

A turntable is rotated until objects slide off or tip over.

Equipment

Location

ID Number

Turntable

ME, Bay , Shelf #

Blocks

ME, Bay , Shelf #

Important Setup Notes:

  • N/A

Setup and Procedure:

  1. Place the turntable on the lecture bench such that the table is horizontally oriented.
  2. Plug in the turntable making sure the power switch is in the "off" position.
  3. Place block(s) on turn table.
  4. Turn on the turntable by flipping the switch to the "on" position.

Cautions, Warnings, or Safety Concerns:

  • N/A

Discussion:

When the turntable moves, the only force on the blocks allowing them to move with the turntable is friction. As per Newton's first law, the blocks, once set in motion, "want" to travel in a straight line. To alter their motion and put them into a circular trajectory, a centripetal force must act on the blocks.

attachment:BlockonRotatingTable-04-250.jpg

attachment:BlockonRotatingTable-05-250.jpg

attachment:BlockonRotatingTable-09-250.jpg

attachment:BlockonRotatingTable-11-250.jpg

attachment:BlockonRotatingTable-13-250.jpg

Videos:

References:

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