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Experiment with Rubber Bands and Cans

Experiment with Rubber Bands and Cans

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Physics

5th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video tutorial introduces a challenge to make a can return when called, similar to a pet. It provides a list of materials needed and detailed instructions to perform the experiment. The tutorial explains the science behind the experiment, focusing on energy storage and release using a rubber band mechanism. The can moves due to the energy stored in the twisted rubber band, which is released as it unwinds, propelling the can back.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge presented in the video?

To make a balloon pop

To create a flying machine

To build a robot

To make a can come to you when called

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT listed as a required material for the experiment?

Coffee can

Rubber band

Glue

Plastic lids

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ideal weight mentioned for the experiment?

Rocks

Sand

Batteries

Water

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you always have when performing the experiment at home?

An adult

A camera

A friend

A pet

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do with the rubber band in the preparation steps?

Glue it to the can

Tie a knot in the middle

Stretch it as far as possible

Cut it into pieces

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you be careful with when making holes in the plastic lids?

The weights

The rubber band

The scissors

The tape

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is used to secure the rubber band inside the can?

Tape

Glue

Nails

Small sticks

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