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ERIC Number: EJ600170
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1999
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Reference Count: 0
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-9120
Atwood's Machine: Experiments in an Accelerating Frame.
Chee, Chia Teck; Hong, Chia Yee
Physics Education, v34 n2 p72-75 Mar 1999
Experiments in an accelerating frame are hard to perform. Illustrates how simple computer software allows sufficiently rapid and accurate measurements to be made on an arrangement of weights and pulleys known as Atwood's machine. (Author/CCM)
Descriptors: Acceleration (Physics), Computer Simulation, Experiments, Higher Education, Mechanics (Physics), Motion, Science Activities
Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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