Kinetic Energy: Linear and Nonlinear Relationships

In this lesson students will evaluate if mass affects the velocity of an object when dropped from a certain height.

Students examine the relationship between a ball's bounce height and its drop height to see a linear relationship. They then calculate the slope of their data to compare "bounciness" with other groups

This lesson is for a multi-day project where student groups will plan, design, and build roller coasters out of paper and tape. It tests their knowledge of Physics and Engineering Design.