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Cliff diving is more than an adrenaline rush ... it's a lesson in physics! Scholars adjust the height of a cliff and plot the resulting velocity and position over time on graphs. They also can incorporate air resistance to monitor the effect it has on the falling motion.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use the assign to class feature to assign the lesson to pupils and track their progress
- Follow the interactive with a hands-on lab measuring the speed of falling objects
Classroom Considerations
- Create a free CK-12 account to access the interactive
Pros
- Incorporates visual modeling and graphs to add clarity
- Includes links to additional interactive materials to explore the concept further
Cons
- None