Centripetal+Force+lab

Calculations: (Show one calculation of each AND make a calculation table.)


 * Circumference || Velocity || Centripetal Force

//F=m(stopper)v^2/r// //(experimental value)// || Force of Weight

//F = m(washers)g// //(true value)// || % error

//TV-EV/TV x 100 = % error// ||  ||

Questions 1. Draw the force diagrams for the stopper/string system. 2. Draw the force diagram for the string/washers system. 3. How would this apply to an amusement park ride?

Conclusion 1. Restate purpose 2. List results (general) (Does F(cent) = F(weight)? 3. Analysis - Prove it! (Discuss data, graphs, etc) 4. Errors - If it didn't - why?