Crash Test: Velocity and Inertia

Students will explore Newton's laws of motion using the //code.Node Cart to measure velocity and observing what occurs when it comes to a sudden stop. They will also use Blockly to create a program that counts down to the release of the cart.

Grade Level: ElementaryMiddle School

Subject: Physical ScienceSTEM

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//code.Node Cart

//code.Node Cart

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