"physics kits"

Observe how charges affect one another and propose an explanation in terms of charge distribution.

Use Bernoulli’s Principle to predict the landing spot of a stream of water leaking from a bucket.

Determine the coefficient of friction by measuring the minimum angle to keep a ladder from slipping.

Explore a standing wave on a string and determine the linear mass density of the string.

Use a clever apparatus to determine the coefficients of thermal conductivity of three materials.

Explore precision and error in measurement.

Find the spring constant of a projectile launcher using the potential energy of its projectile.

Use the ideal gas law to determine the ambient pressure in the room.

Optimize the distribution of weights on a wheel, then determine g using a rotational apparatus.

Study rays refracting through various transparent media, then determine the focal length of a lens.