Linking Mathematics and Physics via a Classroom Demonstration.

Gordon, Sheldon P.; Gordon, Florence S.

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Publication Date: 1999

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Linking Mathematics and Physics via a Classroom Demonstration.

Gordon, Sheldon P.; Gordon, Florence S.

Primus, v9 n2 p97-106 Jun 1999

Describes a simple cooling experiment that can be conducted in class at the college algebra, precalculus, calculus, or differential equations level whose aim is to determine the best exponential function to fit the experimental data. (Author/ASK)

Descriptors: Algebra, Calculus, College Mathematics, Demonstrations (Science), Differential Equations, Functions (Mathematics), Graphing Calculators, Higher Education, Integrated Activities, Mathematics Instruction, Physics, Thermodynamics

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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