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National Standard: B1
“...Objects have many observable properties including size, weight, shape, color, temperature ... These properties can be measured using tools ...” 1
Suggested Use
This controlled ball is helpful for demonstrating many concepts. Bounce the ball off a desk at an angle to model the reflection of light or energy. Drop the ball and watch it spring back to model momentum. Related concepts: potential energy, kinetic energy, friction, conservation of energy, etc.
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