Catapults Flashcards
Catapult
A device in which accumulated tension is suddenly released to hurl an object some distance.
System
Small objects coming together to make a working system ( parts of
pendulum or parts of catapult system.
Standard
Ready, set , go line( starting line) , starting an experiment in the same way.
Variable
Something you can change in your experiment to see how it changes the results.
Flipper base
A plastic base where the flipper stick is inserted.
Flipper stick
The popsicle stick that is pressed on with your finger ( energy).
Energy
Amount of pressure that is put on the flipper stick.
Increments
Changing the flip stick distance by 1 cm each time or , increasing the angle brace by 10 degrees at a time.
Controlled Experiment
Changing only one variable at a time ( flip stick distance or angle system).