Terminal Velocity on an Air Track.

Tompson, C. W.; Wragg, J. L.

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ERIC Number: EJ445033

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1991

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Terminal Velocity on an Air Track.

Tompson, C. W.; Wragg, J. L.

Physics Teacher, v29 n3 p178-79 Mar 1991

A quantitative application of magnetic braking performed with an air track is described. The experimental measurement of the position of the glider as a function of time is calculated. (KR)

Descriptors: Electricity, Graphs, Higher Education, Introductory Courses, Magnets, Motion, Physics, Problem Solving, Science Activities, Science Education, Teaching Methods, Velocity

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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