Projectile Motion Using a Ball Ramp

Determine the velocity of a ball at the bottom of the ball ramp by measuring where it hits the floor. Verify that result by measuring the velocity of the ball with photogates.

Grade Level: CollegeHigh School

Subject: Physics

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Ball Ramp

Ball Ramp

Use as a projectile launcher and as an inclined plane.

Ball Ramp Components

Ball Ramp Components

Components for the Ball Ramp

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