Use Vernier probeware to teach mechanics concepts at the college physics, AP* Physics, or IB** Physics level. Use it in addition to Physics with Vernier for a comprehensive set of topics. This lab book provides instructions for data collection with Logger Pro® 3 and LabQuest® App only.
Advanced Physics with Vernier – Mechanics is the first of a two-volume set of experiments for the more in-depth introductory physics course, such as college physics, AP Physics, or IB Physics. Experiments are designed for an interactive teaching style, with planned moments for instructor- or student-led discussion.
Instructor Information sections for each experiment include discussions on how to guide students through a successful activity. The book includes many extensions to challenge the most talented students.
The second book in the series is Advanced Physics with Vernier — Beyond Mechanics.
Table of Contents
| Experiment | Suggested Products | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motion on an Incline | Motion Detector, Dynamics Cart and Track System |
| 2 | Error Analysis | Photogate, Picket Fence |
| 3 | Newton’s First Law | Motion Detector, Bumper and Launcher Kit, Friction Pad, Dynamics Cart and Track System, Photogate |
| 4 | Newton’s Second Law | Photogate, Dual-Range Force Sensor, Dynamics Cart and Track System, Cart Picket Fence, Ultra Pulley Attachment, Pulley Bracket |
| 5 | Newton’s Third Law | Dual-Range Force Sensor, Dynamics Cart and Track System, Bumper and Launcher Kit |
| 6 | Projectile Motion | No probeware used |
| 7 | Energy Storage and Transfer: Elastic Energy | Dual-Range Force Sensor, Dynamics Cart and Track System, Bumper and Launcher Kit |
| 8 | Energy Storage and Transfer: Kinetic Energy | Photogate, Dynamics Cart and Track System, Bumper and Launcher Kit, Cart Picket Fence |
| 9 | Energy Storage and Transfer: Gravitational Energy | Dynamics Cart and Track System, Bumper and Launcher Kit |
| 10A | Impulse and Momentum (Motion Detector) | Motion Detector, Dual-Range Force Sensor, Dynamics Cart and Track System, Bumper and Launcher Kit |
| 10B | Impulse and Momentum (Photogate) | Photogate, Dual-Range Force Sensor, Dynamics Cart and Track System, Bumper and Launcher Kit, Cart Picket Fence |
| 11A | Momentum and Collisions (Motion Detectors) | Motion Detector, Dynamics Cart and Track System |
| 11B | Momentum and Collisions (Photogates) | Photogate, Dynamics Cart and Track System, Cart Picket Fence |
| 12A | Centripetal Acceleration | Photogate, Dual-Range Force Sensor, Centripetal Force Apparatus |
| 12B | Centripetal Acceleration | Photogate, Dual-Range Force Sensor |
| 13 | Rotational Dynamics | Rotary Motion Sensor, Rotational Motion Accessory Kit |
| 14 | Conservation of Angular Momentum | Rotary Motion Sensor, Rotational Motion Accessory Kit |
| 15 | Simple Harmonic Motion: Mathematical Model | Motion Detector, Springs Set |
| 16 | Simple Harmonic Motion: Kinematics and Dynamics | Motion Detector, Dual-Range Force Sensor, Springs Set |
| 17 | Pendulum Periods | Rotary Motion Sensor, Rotational Motion Accessory Kit |
| 18 | Physical Pendulum | Rotary Motion Sensor, Rotational Motion Accessory Kit |
| 19 | Center of Mass | No probeware used |
