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ERIC Number: EJ293793
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1984
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Up: In the Lab and in Literature.
Easton, D.
Physics Teacher, v22 n2 p100-01 Feb 1984
Discusses the subjective relativity of the term "up" and its relationship to an observer's acceleration. Provides examples from amusement park rides and literature, and describes a demonstration using a Fletcher's Trolley. (JM)
Descriptors: Acceleration (Physics), Demonstrations (Educational), High Schools, Motion, Physics, Relativity, Science Education, Secondary School Science
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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