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Physics 103 Setup Details:
The Motion of Free Fall
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Room setup

Timer, paper tape, masking tape and masses

The tape timer; replace carbon disc before Monday!

Attach small bench clamp as shown

Use a Condor 9-volt power adapter instead of a battery

The timer with 9-volt power adapter connected

Two 200 g masses with hooks and paper tape

Hooked mass detail

Place a stool (found in Bewkes 231 or 232,
or in stockroom) by each setup
battery
We now use a 9-volt power adapter so it is no longer necessary to
use a 9V battery

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