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I am entering a contest where i have to have a picture of a physics principle. What are some ideas?

One I have so far, is i can have a block suspended from a string, and take a time-lapse photo of how far an arrow makes the block move.

Other ideas?

2006-10-21 13:00:14 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics Physics

3 answers

If .you suspend a string of a good lenght from a 18 feet or higher celing and attach a weight on it you ahave a Faucoult pendulum .This type of pendulum is interesting as it explains the motion of the earth. With a camera wihich will take pictures in slow succession you can plot the motion

2006-10-21 13:12:55 · answer #1 · answered by goring 6 · 0 0

Float an object in water to demonstrate buoyancy.

Take a picture of a construction crane to illustrate levers, pulleys and gears.

A drag racer illustrates acceleration, friction.

2006-10-21 20:45:04 · answer #2 · answered by rethinker 5 · 0 0

Hi. A multiple exposure of a sundial to show Earth's movement.

2006-10-21 13:02:41 · answer #3 · answered by Cirric 7 · 0 0

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