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Do your students ever confuse centripetal force and centrifugal force? Here is a video that addresses exactly that concept. The video uses a tether ball as a demonstration of the various forces at play.
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Instructional Ideas
- Share this comic about centrifugal force: https://xkcd.com/123/
Classroom Considerations
- Requires prior knowledge of inertia and Newton's first law
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- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Addresses an extremely common misconception that drives many physics teachers crazy
- Clear diagrams and visual aids help clarify the concepts
Cons
- None