Materials List: 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, ΒΌ-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
https://www.teachengineering.org/activities/view/cub_energy_lesson05_activity2