Constant Mass Acceleration System

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PIRA Classification: 1G10.10

Description: A PASCO cart with a force probe is connected to a mass over a pulley. A motion detector is placed at the opposite end of the track. When the cart is released, the acceleration and force are displayed to the class.

Special Instructions: The computer will be ready for you. Press 'collect', wait for the motion detector to start clicking, and release the cart.

Ideally For: Phys 1001, 1101, 1201, 1301

Condition: OK

Setup time: 10 minutes

Safety Issues: None