This document provides instructions for an experiment to test how different sample materials respond to force by having students predict if samples will snap, tear, or stretch when wrapped around a peg and force is applied, then record their predictions, reasons, and results.
This document provides instructions for an experiment to test how different sample materials respond to force by having students predict if samples will snap, tear, or stretch when wrapped around a peg and force is applied, then record their predictions, reasons, and results.
This document provides instructions for an experiment to test how different sample materials respond to force by having students predict if samples will snap, tear, or stretch when wrapped around a peg and force is applied, then record their predictions, reasons, and results.
1 magnifying glass 1 of each sample material 1 peg
Instructions: (repeat for each sample)
1) Identify your material 2) Discuss your prediction and record it on the worksheet 3) Record your reasons for prediction 4) Wrap the sample around the peg and apply force 5) Record your result