CBLs in Physical Science

The Caliper Spring 2004 - A Publication for Users of Vernier Products (PDF)

First Class Levers #1 (PDF)

In this experiment, you will study first class levers using a computer-interfaced Force Sensor to measure resistance force and effort force (in newtons). You will then use this information to calculate the mechanical advantage of each lever.

First Class Levers #2 (PDF)

You will use a Force Sensor to measure resistance force and effort force (in newtons). You will then use this information to calculate the mechanical advantage of each lever.

Pulleys (PDF)

In this experiment, you will use a Force Sensor to measure the effort force (in N) for three different pulley systems and then determine the mechanical advantage of each system.

Centripetal Acceleration (PDF)

Purpose: To observe the centripetal acceleration of an object in uniform circular motion. Relate the changes in velocity and radius to the centripetal acceleration.

Freezing Temperature of Ocean Water (PDF)

In this experiment, you will use an EasyTemp probe to measure the temperature of water as it cools and then freezes. In Part I, you will collect temperature data as you freeze fresh water and determine its freezing temperature. In Part II you do the same for ocean water. You will then compare the two freezing temperatures and hypothesize why they are different.

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