My PBL Project

Introduction: My project is Balancing Demonstrations. I will be demonstrating the way objects are balanced and will be providing the information needed in order to perform such demonstrations.A list of materials, procedures and safety regulations will as well be included within my PBL Project site.

Materials:

• Ruler

• Strong cord/rope

• Hammer

• Ribbon

• Balancing object (I used a sturdy twig)

• Small stuffed animal/light toy

• An object to balance stuffed animal/light toy on

• Dollar bill

• Light coin (preferably a penny)

• Soda can

• Bottle

• Balancing eagle

Procedures:

1. (Balancing a hammer) Begin by aligning the end part of the hammers handle with the end of the ruler while allowing the ruler to balance off of a table. Next, with a sturdy cord or rope tie the hammer and ruler together. Finally, slightly begin to let go of the hammer and let it balance.

2. (Balancing toy) Begin by placing an even object on 2 stable end points. Then, place the toy or stuffed animal on top while tying a stick or choice of balancing objects to the toy. Finally, after the toy is balanced and ceases from swaying from side to side, watch the toy/stuffed animal remain balanced.

3. (Coin Balance) Begin by placing a dollar up right in a sturdy position. Then, place the coin on top of the bill and although it may take a few attempts, don't give up and you'll get it. Finally, watch the coin balance and take as many pictures as you can before someone in the room breathes. :)

4. (Balancing a soda can) Take an empty can of soda and slowly pour water in it little by little, testing its balance by leaning it on its corner each time.

5. (Balancing bird) Place a bottle on a sturdy surface and place the beak of the toy bird on the bottle and watch as it remains balanced.

• • 1. Scientific Principle: The principle of my project goes over how an object is balanced, what is required to balance an object and how it may be demonstrated. Balance is an even distribution of weight enabling someone or something to remain in a sate of equal motion. So when a force is in a state of equilibrium and another unbalanced force is not acting upon the object, it will remain in a state of balance.

    2. Safety Regulations: Since all objects may fall, be sure to use caution while handling all materials and objects. Take necessary safety precautions and observe all safety recommendations from the tool's manufacturer.

Balancing Demonstrations

Balancing Objects

The principle of my project goes over how an object is balanced, what is required to balance an object and how it may be demonstrated.

Balance: An even distribution of weight enabling someone or something to remain in a state of equal motion.

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