Rotational Dynamics

Students use hanging masses to apply torque to a rotating arm and measure its angular acceleration. After varying the torque, they experimentally determine the mathematical relationship between net torque and angular acceleration.

Grade Level: High School

Subject: Physics

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Rotational Dynamics

Use hanging masses to apply torque to a rotating arm and measure its angular acceleration. After varying the torque, experimentally determine the mathematical...

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