Take your class out to visit your automobile and use the tires to compute the weight of the vehicle. This is done by measuring the surface of the tire meeting the ground and the air pressure. This is a fun lesson in the relationship between area and pressure.

Concepts

air pressure, air

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Additional Tags

air pressure, science

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Pros

• Practical application of concepts
• A memorable class activity

Cons

• None