Description: In this lab, students investigate the acceleration produced by a constant force, and calculate a value for the acceleration due to gravity.
Writeup: we use Dunwoody's Atwood procedure; each instructor will decide whether to use Data Studio or manual timers
Useful java applet:
http://lectureonline.cl.msu.edu/~mmp/kap4/cd097a.htm
Here is just one picture, but also check out the Atwood Machine Hall of Fame photos.
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