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C2-05: FREE FALL - USING FILM LOOP

PURPOSE: To determine the acceleration of gravity using a film loop of a freely falling object.

DESCRIPTION: A ball is dropped from a height of 4 meters. Take time data as ball reaches 3m, 2m, and 1m markers.

SUGGESTIONS:

REFERENCES: (PIRA 1C30.10) See further instructions and sample data in the Demonstration Reference File.

EQUIPMENT: Film loop "Acceleration due to Gravity II" and digital timer system, as photographed.

SETUP TIME: None.


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