Energy Loss with Prediction Lab
In this lab you will be looking at the energy loss of a ball when bouncing off the floor from different heights. You will look at how the starting height of the ball affects the energy loss and the percent energy lost on a bounce.
We will be assuming that air resistance does not affect the results of this lab. Realize that this will not always be the case. Using lighter objects and greater heights will make this assumption less true.
When you are ready to start the experiment, click on the begin button.
We will be assuming that air resistance does not affect the results of this lab. Realize that this will not always be the case. Using lighter objects and greater heights will make this assumption less true.
When you are ready to start the experiment, click on the begin button.
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Slope of Potential Energy Lost vs. Height Graph:
Average Percent Energy Lost (%):
Bounce Height if Dropped from 5 meters (m):
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