- Read this article. Be an active reader, taking notes as you read. What is/are the main idea(s)? What stood out or surprised you? What confused you? What questions do you have for the author?
- While you wait for others to finish, go to Raise.me, update any info that has changed.
Learning Goal: I can
- ...describe centripetal force, give examples, and relate it to Newton’s Laws of Motion.
- ...describe the difference between centripetal force and “centrifugal force”.
- ...describe and apply Newton’s Law of Universal Gravitation to various situations.
- ...use Newton’s Law of Gravitation to explain weightlessness, ocean tides, and black holes.
Today:
- ConcepTest Questions
- Work/collab time
Assignment:
- Circular Motion & Gravitation Packet.
- See me ASAP about a retest.
Learning Goal(s): I can...
- ...predict accurately how a force exerted on an object changes the object’s momentum
- ...I can accurately relate Newton’s second and third laws to momentum.
- ...understand what it means for momentum to be conserved, and use the concept to accurately predict the motion of an object.
- ...classify the outcome of a collision as elastic or inelastic based on the conservation of momentum.
Today:
- Lab group on track
- Begin work on ConcepTest Questions with partner (starting from 7.11). Record your answers in your notes. When completed, check with Mr. Mason to receive answers to review and discuss.
Assignment(s):
- Check Ch. 7 Assignment sheet to keep track of upcoming due dates, quizzes, etc. Assignments will be expected on schedule.
- AP test registration due 4/11. See Mrs. Powell with questions.
- Assignment Feedback Form
- Physicspalooza XV?? Vote for the next week.
- Place your vote for next week's Motivation/Mindfulness Monday article here. You can see the articles to choose from here.