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Similarity and Dilations - Discover Properties of Similar Figures

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Learners investigate properties of similar figures. In this properties of similar figures lesson, pupils construct similar figures using Cabri Jr. They dilate their figure to create a similar one, and discuss the relationships between...
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Gyroscopes in Motion

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Physics stars will enjoy learning about the conservation of energy as you demonstrate gyroscope precession. The lecture is broken into five subtopics: cross product, rotating vectors, angular momentum, rotating rigid bodies, and torque...
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Least Squares

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this least squares activity, students solve 6 different problems that include the least squares of numbers. First, they plot 3 points on the axes shown and draw in their best approximating line. Then, students estimate the slope and...
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Vectors: Follow That Arrow

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Vectors and their connection to motion. A video will be presented to provide information for the class to use methods of solving vectors with and without grids. Real-world physical concepts will be explored in reference to vectors.
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Vector Investigation: Car Storm Chaser

For Teachers 6th - 11th
Students investigate the relationship between vectors and motion. In this geometry lesson, students create a system that exemplifies the principles of motion. They solve for the acceleration, velocity and displacement.
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Summer Physics Checklist

For Teachers 11th - Higher Ed
Students explore physics using interactive resources. In this physics lesson series, students solve problems involving vectors, forces and kinematics. They draw vectors and its components.
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NUMB3RS Activity: Narrowing the Search

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Young scholars explore the length of an n-dimensional vector.  In this Algebra II/Pre-calculus instructional activity, students investigate an expansion of the Pythagorean Theorem to n-dimensional space. 
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PhyzJob: Acceleration and Velocity are Entirely Different Quantities

For Students 10th - 12th
In this acceleration and velocity worksheet, students are given a table to complete with position, velocity and acceleration. They draw sketched and vectors of each condition and write a verbal interpretation of the motions. They also...
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PhyzJob:New Year's Resolutions

For Students 10th - 12th
In this vectors learning exercise, students draw vectors on three polar graphs and convert the polar components to rectangular components. They then draw the vector on a rectangular graph to complete the learning exercise.
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Vectors

For Students 10th
In this vectors worksheet, 10th graders solve and complete 7 various types of problems related to vectors. First, they find the third side and the angle labeled in each right triangle. Then, students resolve each of the vectors into its...
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Vectors

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students describe motion by the use of adding vectors to obtain the resultant vector. They comprehend the meaning of a resultant vector. Students identify the difference between the x and y components of vector quantities. Students...
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Vectors

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students describe a complex path by the use of adding vectors. They comprehend the difference betwee scalar and vector quanitities. Students disucss the naviagation lab. They are explained the procedures for the lab. Students are...
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Vectors

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Learners describe a complex path by the use of adding vectors. They are explained the procedures and rules of the balloon car race. Students are remined that the summary and answers to the questions are due Monday. They are given the...
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Vector Addition and Subtraction

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders explore vector addition and subtraction using an online simulation website. In this physics lesson, 12th graders complete a worksheet package during the simulation. They take a mastery quiz after the lesson.
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Vectors

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students convert vectors from Cartesian notation to Polar notation and vice versa. In this physics lesson plan, students watch a video and complete the worksheet at the end of the lesson plan.
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Convolution

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this convolution worksheet, students solve 8 different problems related to convolution. First, they determine the formulas for eight samples of f and g. Then, students write out the matrix found. In addition, they define the...
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More on Least Squares

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this least squares worksheet, students solve 3 different problems that include determining the least squares of equations. First, they use the data given in the table to write out the normal equations a system of 2 equations in 2...
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Newton's Third Law

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students describe an everyday situation which demonstrates Newton's Third Law. They state Newton's Third Law;"Every action has an equal and opposite re-action, or every force has an equal and opposite force" in their own words. ...
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Running With Momentum

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students discuss the conservation of momentum in a collision between two bumper cars. They are given the equation for momentum. Students then solve problems using the equation for momentum.
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Hang Time

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students simulate the motion of a fly ball with different winds. They use a partner to provide the simulated wind. Students draw a baseball diamond and the field on a piece of paper. They drag the pen across the paper to show the path of...
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Linear Independence, Bases and Coordinate Systems

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students define vocabulary related to vectors and investigate vector problems. In this math lesson plan, students define basis and explore plotting vectors in correlation to their basis. Plotting polynomials facilitates student...
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Vectors

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students describe motion by the use of adding vectors. They identify the difference between the x and y components of vector quantities. Students are given the Paper Bridge Building handout and the instructions as to where to perform...
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Forces in a Climb - Vectors

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers read Forces in a Climb from the Beginner's Guide to Propulsion, and explain each of the formulas using vectors.