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M12: Newton's Third Law - Opposing Scales

 

Purpose: To demonstrate that for every action there must be an opposite reaction.

Description:

 

Two spring balances attached to cords. A computerized version of this demonstration is currently under development.

With the instructor holding the center board, ask Student A to pull with a force of 6 N and Student B with a force of 12 N. The instructor then releases the center board and asks Students A and B to repeat the readings.

Equipment List: Storage Location: CHEMP 130A

 

Opposing Scales D5.5

References:

Manual: None   Setup Notes: M12 PIRA #: 1H10
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