Philip Harris Foundation Physics - Loop Track

Foundation Physics - Loop Track

Please Note: The Foundation Physics Universal Stand is not included with the Loop Track and will need to be purchased separately using code PP00054183

• The Foundation Physics range centres around the Universal Stand and includes accessories which allow a wide range of experiments to be conducted. Each add-on includes a comprehensive instructional guide with student tasks which are linked to the curriculum. The Universal Stand is required for each add-on.

When used with the Foundation Physics Universal Stand, this Loop Track enables students to investigate how a roller coaster car can stay on the track when it travels in a large, circular loop.

This uses a straight, 80 cm long portion of the track with a marble to investigate acceleration. The circular portion lets students experimentally determine the minimum velocity the marble needs to make one full trip around the loop.

A photogate system (not supplied) can be incorporated to take speed and acceleration measurements.

The Loop Track includes:

• 1 x Loop Track with mounting bolt
• Plastic Marbles (19mm diameter)
• Steel Marbles (19mm diameter)
• Instructions
• Teachers Guide
• Students Guide

Additional apparatus required:

• Foundation Physics Universal Stand
• Photogate System (optional)
• Stopwatch
• Metre Ruler