Learning to Use a Motion Detector
Experiment #1 from Investigating Motion
- Education Level
- Elementary School
- Subject
- Elementary Science
Introduction
You can use a Motion Detector to measure the position of objects as they move. In this activity, you will learn how to use a Motion Detector.
Objectives
- Learn to use a Motion Detector.
- Measure the distance between a book and the Motion Detector.
- Match a shape by moving a book up and down above a Motion Detector.
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 Motion. The experiment in the book includes student instructions as well as instructor information for set up, helpful hints, and sample graphs and data.
