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PAG2: Springs (Hooke's Law)

Investigate the relationship between force and extension for a spring to verify Hooke's Law

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🔬 Equipment Required

  • Spring (helical)
  • Clamp stand, boss and clamp
  • Metre ruler (mm scale)
  • Slotted masses (100g increments)
  • Mass hanger
  • Pointer attached to spring
  • Set square
  • Safety glasses

🦺 Safety Precautions

  • Wear safety glasses - springs can snap suddenly
  • Do not exceed the elastic limit of the spring
  • Keep feet clear of falling masses
  • Place a soft mat or sand tray beneath apparatus

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About PAG2: Springs (Hooke's Law)

PAG2: Springs (Hooke's Law) is a required practical for OCR GCSE Physics. This practical investigate the relationship between force and extension for a spring to verify hooke's law

Students are expected to understand the method, identify and control variables, use appropriate equipment, analyse results, draw graphs, identify sources of error, suggest improvements, and consider safety precautions.

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