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Description: This demonstrate the effect of air resistance. The crumpled paper experiences a smaller force directed upward due to air resistance. The class will notice that the ball and the crumpled sheet of paper accelerate downward at similar rates. Instructions: Simultaneously drop a ball and a sheet of paper. The ball falls much faster. Crumple the paper into a ball and repeat the experiment. Hazards: None. Parts: Sheet of paper Small ball Small stool (if requested) Purchased/Built: built Quant. in Demo Room: 1
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