Graphing Your Motion
Experiment #33 from Middle School Science with Vernier
- Education Level
- Middle School
Introduction
Graphs made using a Motion Detector can be used to study motion. In this experiment, you will use a Motion Detector to make graphs of your own motion.
Objectives
In this experiment, you will
- Use a Motion Detector to measure position, velocity, and acceleration.
- Produce graphs of your motion.
- Analyze the graphs you produce.
- Match position vs. time and velocity vs. time graphs.
Sensors and Equipment
This experiment features the following sensors and equipment. Additional equipment may be required.
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This experiment is #33 of Middle School Science with Vernier. The experiment in the book includes student instructions as well as instructor information for set up, helpful hints, and sample graphs and data.
