Spinning Disc Phenomenon Exploration

Spinning Disc Phenomenon Exploration

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science

6th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video tutorial demonstrates a wooden disc with a hole that, when spun, consistently moves the hole to the bottom, defying expectations. The presenter repeats the experiment to confirm the results and invites viewers to explore the phenomenon further by creating video responses. The video encourages engagement and curiosity about the physics behind the disc's behavior.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial expectation for how the wooden disc with a hole should hang?

With the lighter side up

With the hole at the bottom

With the heavier side down

With the hole at the top

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unusual behavior is observed when the disc is spun?

The hole moves to the top

The disc spins faster

The disc stops spinning

The hole moves to the bottom

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the presenter do to ensure the observed phenomenon is not a fluke?

Spins the disc in the opposite direction

Spins the disc multiple times

Changes the disc

Adds weight to the disc

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens when the disc is spun with the hole already at the bottom?

The hole moves to the top

The hole stays at the bottom

The disc stops spinning

The disc flips over

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the presenter encourage viewers to do at the end of the video?

Share the video

Buy a similar disc

Submit a video response

Try the experiment at home

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the video response challenge?

To create a new experiment

To win a prize

To explain the observed phenomenon

To demonstrate spinning skills