1F20.30 Tablecloth Pull

PURPOSE: Graphic demonstration of the inertia of rest.

DESCRIPTION: Pull a "tablecloth" from beneath objects.

SETUP TIME: less than 5 min.

COMPONENT LIST:

  1. Tablecloth Bring one from home or ask Sarah Paukstis
  2. Objects to set on top Whatever you want, but they must be somewhat "weighty"

SUGGESTIONS: Practice is essential for this demonstration to come off well. Tablecloth must not have a hemmed edge.

REFERENCES: PIRA 1F20.30

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