PIRA 1G10.30 Force, Mass and Acceleration: Mass on a Scale

• A simple demonstration consisting of Newton scale and a wooden block.

• Hang a mass on the scale to show mg.

• Alternatively, use the scale with the suspended mass in conjuction with a meter stick to show work.

Photo Shows the Demonstration Apparatus Used by the University of Texas at Austin

Last Update 6/08 - University of Texas at Austin Physics Dept. - All Rights Reserved.