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LEANING TOWER OF LIRE 1J11.20

PURPOSE: To show the of center of gravity.

DESCRIPTION: A series of long wood blocks are stacked on the edge of a table. The stack is sequenced in lengths of a harmonic series. The top block surpisingly hangs well beyond the edge of the table. A student can sit below the stack.

EQUIPMENT: Blocks. Stored in mechanics.

SETUP NOTES:The stacking lengths on the boards are marked with a blue felt tip.

Updated by Jun Qi in 3/3/2000