University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Gravity Force Lab
Manipulate the mass and distance of two objects to see how these properties change the gravity force.
Other
Wikibooks: Physics Study Guide
A handy resource that gives an overview of equations and definitions pertinent to an introductory, college-level physics course, with two of its three sections focusing on motion-related topics and principles.
Michigan Reach Out
Nasa: Soda Pop Can Hero Engine
Students explore all three parts of Newton's Laws of Motion by observing a spinning pop can.
Physics Central
Physics Central: Physics by the Fire: Match Stick Rocket
Match stick rockets makes a great demonstrations to show students Newton's third law. By covering a match with tin foil, students can see the reaction thrust as the molecules escaping the matchstick are propelled into the air. Lesson...
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Newton's Laws: Identifying Action Reaction Force Pairs
Students are give the opportunity to practice some action-reaction pair problems. Each example is self-checking for on-the-spot reinforcement.
Quia
Quia: Newton's Laws Quiz
A short quiz on Newton's famous laws of motion. Has ten multiple-choice questions.
NASA
Nasa: Beginner's Guide to Aerodynamics
Includes exhaustive information and a wealth of activities pertaining to aerodynamics and the physics of flight.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Solar System!
An introduction to our solar system: the planets, our Sun and our Moon. Students begin by learning the history and engineering of space travel. They make simple rockets to acquire a basic understanding Newton's third law of motion. They...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Plix Series: Satellites, Shuttles, and Space Stations
[Free Registration/Login Required] Simulate the launch of a rocket to see how rocket propulsion works. After the activity, answer a challenge question to check for understanding.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Rocket
Wikipedia provides an encyclopedia definition of a rocket, including information on rocket history, size, types, and more.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Into Space!
While building and testing model rockets fueled by antacid tablets, students are introduced to the basic physics concepts on how rockets work. Students revise and improve their initial designs. Note: This activity is similar to the...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Ap Physics 1: Gravity
Combined with aspects of circular motion, students discover that Kepler's third law follows directly from the law of universal gravitation. This unit will expand upon the conservation of energy principle for problems beyond the confines...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Aqua Thrusters!
In this activity, students construct their own rocket-powered boat called an "aqua-thruster." These aqua-thrusters will be made from a film canister and will use carbon dioxide gas - produced from a chemical reaction between an antacid...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Fuel Mystery Dis Solved!
In this activity, students investigate the simulated use of solid rocket fuel by using an antacid tablet. Students observe the effect that surface area and temperature has on chemical reactions. Also, students compare the reaction time...
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Vectors and Projectiles: Projectile Simulator
Students explore a variety of variables associated with the trajectory of a projectile including the launch height, angle, and speed. This interactive can be used as a purely exploratory activity or be used with an activity sheet that...
Physics Classroom
The Physics Classroom: Vectors and Projectiles: The Monkey and the Zookeeper
In this simulation, students pretend to launch bananas from a canon to the monkeys at the zoo. The monkeys sometimes let go of the branch at the exact moment the banana is launched. So the students must determine the correct aim angle...
The Wonder of Science
The Wonder of Science: Ms Ps2 2: Forces, Mass and the Motion of an Object
Cover standards for middle school force, mass, and the motion of an object with this site. Find work samples, phenomena, assessment templates, and videos that directly address standard.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12 Exploration Series: Simulations: Physics: Water Fountain
[Free Registration/Login Required] Learn about projectile motion and its relevance to the shape of a stream of water.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: The Counter Reformation
Tom Richey offers a thorough slideshow incorporatin Sir Isaac Newton's Third Law of Motion while reviewing the historic details of the Counter-Reformation. Find out who disagreed with the Reformation movement.
American Association of Physics Teachers
Com Padre Digital Library: Open Source Physics: Remarkable Three Body Motions
What happens in space when a third celestial body joins two others? Discover both simple and complex situations which occur supporting Newtonian law in space with this collection of applets.
Walter Fendt
Walter Fendt: Projectile Motion
A short interactive activity to show the movement of a projectile. You can change the values of the initial height, velocity, angle of inclination, the mass and the gravitational acceleration.
Other
Phy6: De Astronomos a Astronaves
This site contains four main categories: Astronomy of the Earth's motion in space, Newtonian mechanics, the sun and spaceflight and spacecraft.
Michigan Reach Out
Newton's Apple: Soccer
Learning physics can help you win your next soccer game as well as prepare you for your science studies.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Think Fast!
Are you a piano player or a video gamer? Then you might have a quick reaction time that can come in handy while playing sports. Find out how to measure your reaction time and compare it to your friends and family with this fun experiment.