Learning to Use a Force Sensor
Experiment #1 from Investigating Force
- Education Level
- Elementary School
- Subject
- Elementary Science
Introduction
You can use a Force Sensor to measure the strength of a push or pull. In this activity, you will work with a Force Sensor to learn how it works.
Objectives
- Learn to use the Force Sensor.
- Measure the changing forces as you pull and push on the Force Sensor.
- Match shapes using what you have learned about the Force Sensor.
Sensors and Equipment
This experiment features the following sensors and equipment. Additional equipment may be required.
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This experiment is #1 of Investigating Force. The experiment in the book includes student instructions as well as instructor information for set up, helpful hints, and sample graphs and data.
