Newton's 2nd Law

Title Newton’s 2nd Law Objective In this experiment we will attempt to confirm the validity of Newton’s 2nd Law by analyzing the motion of two objects (glider and hanging mass) on a horizontal air-track. First, we will calculate the theoretical acceleration by applying Newton’s 2nd Law (Fnet = MA), neglecting friction, to the glider and hanging mass. Next, we will calculate the experimental acceleration of the glider by applying the kinematic equations of motion as it moves between two markers (photogates) on the track. We will then compare the experimental acceleration to the theoretical acceleration.