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Rotational Equilibrium Lesson PlanRotational Equilibrium Lesson Plan
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Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
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8th - 12th
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Rotational Equilibrium

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Physics stars design mobiles that demonstrate rotational equilibrium. They take measurements and solve related equations for force by graphing, substitution, or determinants. This is a well-developed lesson plan, complete with student handouts and answer keys. 

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torque

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rotational equilibrium, torque, classroom support

Pros

  • Richly detailed lesson plan leaves you well prepared to teach
  • Challenges physics learners and provides three different levels of problem solving
  • Fosters collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
  • Meets a variety of national education standards

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Common Core

5.G.A.2 6.EE.A.2.a 6.EE.B.6 8.EE.C.8.a 8.EE.C.8.c 8.F.A.1 HSA-REI.C.6 HSF-IF.C.7.a

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