Gravity Tower experiment

Description
The Gravity Tower is a hands-on experiment used to demonstrate the effect of gravity on falling objects. By dropping different objects from the same height, students can observe how gravity causes all objects to accelerate downward at the same rate, regardless of their mass, when air resistance is minimal. This activity helps students understand fundamental concepts such as gravitational acceleration, free fall, and the difference between mass and weight, reinforcing key principles of classical physics through direct observation.
Learning Objectives

  • Understand the role of gravity as a force acting on all objects

  • Learn the concept of free fall and uniform acceleration due to gravity

  • Distinguish between mass and weight through observation

  • Observe the effect of air resistance on falling objects

  • Develop skills in prediction, observation, and scientific reasoning

Key Takeaways

  • All objects fall with the same acceleration due to gravity when air resistance is negligible

  • Heavier objects do not fall faster than lighter ones

  • Differences in falling speed are mainly due to air resistance, not mass

  • Gravity acts equally on all objects near Earth’s surface

  • The experiment reinforces real-world understanding of motion seen in daily life

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