Friction on Inclines
Grade 645 min
Learning Objective
I can list some things that make it harder or easier to slide down a ramp.
Lesson Flow
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Physics - Mechanics: The Inclined Plane (1 of 2) Frictionless
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7 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Explain how increasing the ramp's angle affects the forces acting on a box, and how this change makes it easier for the box to slide down. Describe how friction acts on a toy car on a ramp. Then, explain two ways to change the surfaces of the ramp or the car to increase the friction, making it harder for the car to slide down. ”
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