Forces RQP- relationship between force and extension for a spring

Question 1

step 1

Answer 1

Secure a clamp stand to the bench using a G-clamp or a large mass on the base.

Question 2

step 2

Answer 2

Use bosses to attach two clamps to the clamp stand.

Question 3

step 3

Answer 3

Attach the spring to the top clamp, and a ruler to the bottom clamp.

Question 4

step 4

Answer 4

Adjust the ruler so that it is vertical, and with its zero level with the top of the spring.

Question 5

step 5

Answer 5

Measure and record the unloaded length of the spring.

Question 6

step 6

Answer 6

Hang a 100 g slotted mass carrier - weight 0.98 newtons (N) - from the spring. Measure and record the new length of the spring.

Question 7

step 7

Answer 7

Add a 100 g slotted mass to the carrier. Measure and record the new length of the spring.

Question 8

step 8

Answer 8

Repeat step 7 until you have added a total of 1,000 g.