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A Newton is approximately the weight of an apple, so force is measured in apples! Apply Newton's Second Law of Motion to determine the force acting on an object.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use as an introduction to Newton's Second Law of Motion
- Flip your classroom by assigning the video as homework; use class time for practice and clarifying questions
Classroom Considerations
- Viewing the video requires Internet access
- Continues in a series of 49 physics lessons
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Emphasizes vocabulary and explains new vocabulary in context
Cons
- Does not include an example with the mass or acceleration as the unknown