| "PHYSICS WORKSHOP" Science Kit Description:
PHYSICS: THE SCIENCE OF MATTER & ENERGY
Why does a brick feel heavier than a pencil? At what angle should you throw a ball into the air to get the greatest distance? How is a screw like a ramp?
Why can you balance more easily on a bicycle when you are moving than when you are stopped? How does a car transfer power from teh engine to the wheels? What is power anyway?
In PHYSICS WORKSHOP, you will discover the answers to these questions and many more by building models and conducting experiments with the models.
Physics is an essential science for everyone, and this kit provides a comprehensive explanation of mechanical physics.
Through building 36 models and conducting experiments with the models, you will learn the basic fundamental laws of mechanical physics and how things work.
Gravity, force, simple machines, acceleration, momentum, work, and power are all demonstrated right in front of you - a hands-on approach that is fun and effective!
Start by building small models, such as a fixed pulley, to learn about basic forces and simple machines. Then work your way up to more complex machines, such as a pendulum clock, to learn more advanced concepts like work and centripetal force.
This physics science kit includes more than 300 building pieces.
The 64-page, full-color manual presents assembly instructions, experiments, real-world physics applications, fun activities, and explanations in a richly-illustrated, easy-to-follow manner.
Product Specifications:
Ages: 8+
Product Size: 14.6" x 11.5" x 3.1"
Product Weight: 2.5 lbs
Product Awards:
Parents' Choice Foundation, Parents' Choice Silver Honor Award 2005
Product Notes:
Additional items you will need for some of the experiments:
1 C Battery
Matches
Skewers
Tea Light Candles in Aluminum Containers
Paper Napkins
Transparent Adhesive Tape
Permanent Marking Pen
Quart-Sized Plastic Drinking Bottle
Freezer Bag or Plastic Shopping Bag
36 Workshops & Building Projects:
Potato Trap
Center of Gravity Locator
Sailcar
All-Terrain Vehicle with Treads
Fall Speed Indicator
Force Scale (0 to 7.5 Newtons)
Ship's Lantern
Shot Put Device
numbered Target Board
Force Scale and Type Two Lever
Force Scale and Type One Lever
Lever Postal Scale
Fixed Pulley
Simple Combination Pulley
Test Vehicle on an Inclined Plane
Wheeled Sled, Runway and Slide
Wedge and Stuck Rack
Transmission of Force
Two-Speed Crane with Gearshift
Cogwheel Train
Jumping Jack with Crank Drive
Hand-Crank Theater
Mars Robot
Water-Powered Sawmill
Water-Powered Potter's Wheel
Rubber Band Car
Wind-Power Plant
Pinball
Bowling Alley
Electric Hammer Mill
Impact Gauge
Oscillation Absorber
Pendulum Clock
Centrifugal Force Station
Centrifuge
Automatic Centrifugal Switch
Top
Yo-Yo
Product Contents:
1 Motor Box
4 Base Plates
6 4-Peg Connectors
2 Short Frames (10 Holes by 5 Holes)
2 Long Frames (14 Holes by 5 Holes)
8 Short & Long Rods
20 Anchor Pins
12 Axles (4 Large, 4 Medium, 4 Small)
20 Shaft Plugs
10 Joint Pins
2 Shaft Pins
12 Gear Wheels (2 Large, 2 Medium, 8 Small)
9 Sprocket Wheels (3 Large, 3 Medium, 3 Small)
140 Chain Links
6 Pulley Wheels (2 Large, 2 Medium, 2 Small)
4 Rubber Bands
1 Crank
2 Crankshafts
8 Balls
1 Anchor Pin Lever
10 Washers
10 Axle Locks
64-Page Illustrated Instruction Manual, in Full Color
Physics Workshop Quiz with 18 Questions & Answers
Product Warnings & Safety Information:
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - SMALL PARTS. This kit contains small pieces and is not suitable for children under 3 years of age.
For children 8 years and older. Parents and responsible adults must read and follow the safety information in the manual. Keep the manual and box for reference. |
