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Meter Stick Torque Beam, 1J40.20

Topic and Concept:

Location:

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Abstract:

A meter stick, suspended at the center, is used as a torque balance. Different combinations of weights hung at different distances can keep the beam balanced demonstrating how torque works.

Equipment

Location

ID Number

apparatus

[:MechanicsCabinetBayB1: ME, Bay B1, Shelf #2]

all other parts

[:MechanicsCabinetBayB1: ME, Bay B1, Shelf #2]

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[:MechanicsCabinetBayA5: ME, Bay A5, Shelf #2]

Important Setup Notes:

Setup and Procedure:

  1. List steps for setup then procedure.
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Cautions, Warnings, or Safety Concerns:

Discussion:

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

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