Rolling Magnets

This demonstration shows how magnets behave. Collisions are compared between a non-magnetic ball and a magnetic ball hit several balls on a ramp.

Setup:

Place the ramp and balls on the lab table.

Place the non-magnetic balls on the ramp. Pull one back and release it to see how the balls react to the collision.

Place one magnetic ball at the top of the ramp. Release it to see how the balls react to the collision.

Notes:

None

Courses Used In:

• PHY 10320

• PHY 20435

• PHY 30220

Discussion and Polling Questions:

Coming Soon

Equipment Needed:

• Wood Ramp

• Magnetic Balls

• Steel Balls