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This Oscillations Simulation interactive also includes:
What makes a swing go back and forth like a pendulum rather than going all the way around? Scholars use the simulation to explore pendulums and how they work. They vary the weight, length of the rope, and even gravity in various trials.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
Concepts
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Instructional Ideas
- Create a pendulum in the classroom and alter the same variables for measurment
Classroom Considerations
- Users need a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
- Requires a browser other than Chrome
Pros
- Includes analysis questions at the end of each level
- Requires the correct answer before pupil can continue the simulation
Cons
- None