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Getting to Know Newton: Finding the Center of Gravity

Part One:

What do you think?
At what point will the meterstick balance on your hand in each test situation? Record your prediction before doing each trial.

Gathering Data
Balance the meterstick on your hand in each trial to find the center of gravity. Record the results:

Center of Gravity Test Table

Compare Results
How do the results from the Trial 1 (without the clay) differ from the results of the trial with the clay?

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Your Conclusions
Why do you think the center of gravity changed when you added the ball of clay ball?

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Part Two:

  • Follow the directions to find the center of gravity of your unusual shape.
  • Draw your shape on the back of this paper.
  • Mark the center of gravity on the drawing with a dot and label it.
  • Record your observations and conclusions under the drawing.

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