Various Shapes

Identifier: M: EngMom - 017

 Circle, Snowman, Half-circle; A ping pong paddle; A foam amoeba w/ light

Concept Overview

  1. Center of mass will only be influenced by the force of gravity.
  2. Rotation of the object and parabolic motion are independent of each other.

Lecture Procedure

Step to Follow

Throw object of your choosing into the air and/or across the room so that it rotates as it travels

Expected Result

  • Center of mass will follow aa parabolic arc
  • Different points on the rotating object will rotate at different speeds. 

Note:

In order to activate the light on the amoeba shape, turn the dome until the light comes on.

Video Demonstration

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