Friction Lab-What a Drag!
Overview
Using different material surfaces, students can measure the amount of friction force (Newtons) that is required to drag a mass weight or wooden block across each type of surface material. Students will collect and graph data, identifying independent and dependent variables, and complete a scaffolded conclusion.
Measuring Friction Force
Understanding that friction is a force that exists between two surfaces that are touching. In order for an object to move, it must overcome the force of friction.
Using different material surfaces, students can measure the amount of friction force (Newtons) that is required to drag a mass weight or wooden block across each type of surface material. Students will collect and graph data, identifying independent and dependent variables, and complete a scaffolded conclusion.