Gyro-ring


A11-11 Gyro-ring.
Purpose: To demonstrate conservation of energy.
Description: The gyro-ring consists of five small rings of unusual design strung on a  metal ring. 
Instruction: Hold the metal ring in either hand. Using the other hand with palm open start the small rings spinning with a sharp upward or downward striking movement. After the small rings begin spinning, quickly use both hands to smoothly rotate the large metal ring towards you. the small rings should continue to spin as long as one rotates the large ring.
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Equipment: Gyro-ring.

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