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K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 2

The learner will build an understanding of Newtonian mechanics.

Objective 2.06

Investigate and analyze oscillations and gravitation.

  • Simple harmonic motion (dynamics and energy relationships).
  • Mass on a spring.
  • Pendulum and other oscillations.
  • Newton's law of gravity.
  • Circular orbits of planets and satellites.

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Lesson plans on the web

It's gravity
This Science NetLinks lesson helps students develop ideas about the enormous impact that gravity has on the universe--the shape and movement of the planets, the solar system, stars, and galaxies. (Learn more)
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Science)
Provider: American Association for the Advancement of Science