Energy in Collisions: Rolling Ramp and Review (for High School)

Each group needs:

• yardstick (for the activity setup)
• metric ruler (for measuring distance)
• 4 dowel rods, 3-feet long, ¼-in thick
• golf ball (or similar-sized ball)
• plastic or Syrofoam cup (must be lightweight, not heavy)
• scale (to weigh the golf ball and cup)
• tape
• paper towel or 3-4 tissues
• Ramp and Review Worksheet (PDF)