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There's a Fraction Too Much Friction - Science Experiment

PDF | 4 pages | Grades: 4 - 5

A science experiment which investigates rolling friction and the properties of various materials and shapes.

Friction is a force. When an object slides against another object in a particular direction, friction acts upon the object to slow or stop it sliding.
Different materials and shapes can affect the strength of the friction force.

This Physical Sciences experiment allows students to investigate materials, shapes, and their relationships with the force of rolling friction.

Students follow the scientific method to conduct the classroom experiment, then complete the science investigation worksheets provided.

Curriculum

Science 4.2(A)

Plan and implement descriptive investigations, including asking well defined questions, making inferences, and selecting and using appropriate equipment or technology to answer his/her questions;
Science 4.2(B)

Collect and record data by observing and measuring, using the metric system, and using descriptive words and numerals such as labeled drawings, writing, and concept maps;
Science 4.2(C)

Construct simple tables, charts, bar graphs, and maps using tools and current technology to organize, examine, and evaluate data;
Science 4.2(D)

Analyze data and interpret patterns to construct reasonable explanations from data that can be observed and measured;
Science 4.2(E)

Perform repeated investigations to increase the reliability of results; and
Science 4.2(F)

Communicate valid oral and written results supported by data.
Science 4.6(D)

Design a descriptive investigation to explore the effect of force on an object such as a push or a pull, gravity, friction, or magnetism.
Science 5.2(A)

Describe, plan, and implement simple experimental investigations testing one variable;
Science 5.2(B)

Ask well defined questions, formulate testable hypotheses, and select and use appropriate equipment and technology;
Science 5.2(C)

Collect and record information using detailed observations and accurate measuring;
Science 5.2(D)

Analyze and interpret information to construct reasonable explanations from direct (observable) and indirect (inferred) evidence;
Science 5.2(E)

Demonstrate that repeated investigations may increase the reliability of results;
Science 5.2(F)

Communicate valid conclusions in both written and verbal forms; and
Science 5.2(G)

Construct appropriate simple graphs, tables, maps, and charts using technology, including computers, to organize, examine, and evaluate information.
Science 5.6(D)

Design a simple experimental investigation that tests the effect of force on an object.

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