Unit 3: Newton's Laws and Forces

LP 3.1
I can describe how the inertia of an object determines interactions with outside forces.
LP 3.2
I can analyze data to support the claim that Newton’s second law of motion describes the mathematical relationship among the net force on a macroscopic object and its mass, and its acceleration.
LP 3.3
I can apply Newton’s Third Law to design a solution to a problem involving the motion of interacting objects.

During the course of the unit, students will acquire knowledge and develop skills which they will use to:

Apply the concept of equilibrium to calculate forces and applicable constants using force equations.

Perform lab procedures and produce graphs from collected data.

Plan and conduct an investigation to provide evidence of the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of an object.

Analyze data to support the claim that Newton’s second law of motion describes the mathematical relationship among the net force on a macroscopic object, its mass, and its acceleration.

GS1: Questioning

Students can develop and use relevant scientific questions to investigate phenomena, test a hypothesis, conduct an experiment or solve a problem.

GS2: Investigation

Students can design and conduct appropriate scientific investigations.

GS5: Explanation and Argumentation

Students can develop, evaluate and critique scientific claims/explanations, arguments and solutions based on evidence from the natural and designed world.