Product Code:
MACHANICE00187
Description:
Centripetal Force Paradox
Specification:
Centripetal Force Paradox -Similar to the rotating candle experiment, this illustrates centripetal
force in an way that "goes against the grain". Ask your students what
they expect the floats to do when the platform on which they sit is
spun. Our two floats serve as buoyant pendulums inside transparent jars
filled with water. Since they are buoyant, they move in the same
direction as the accelerating force - which is toward the axis of
rotation, or toward the center. Includes tripod base with rod; two
sturdy plastic jars with caps; bobber with cord; instructions.
