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Learning to Use a Motion Detector

Experiment #20 from Elementary Science with Vernier

Education Level
Elementary School

Introduction

You can use a Motion Detector to measure the position of objects as they move. In this activity, you will learn how to use a Motion Detector.

Objectives

In this activity, you will

  • Learn to use a Motion Detector.
  • Measure the distance between a book and the Motion Detector.
  • Match a shape by moving a book up and down above a Motion Detector.

Sensors and Equipment

This experiment features the following sensors and equipment. Additional equipment may be required.

Option 2

Go! Motion

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