Mechanics > Rotational Dynamics > Rotational Inertia
DCS# 1Q10.
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OTATIONAL INERTIA RODS
APPARATUS
pair of weighted pvc pipes
202-15-F
DESCRIPTION
The rods have the same mass but different moments of inertia. One has two lead slugs near the center, the other has the slugs at the ends. Have students determine the difference between the rods.
