Angular momentum, dancer with dumbbells.


A13-1 Angular momentum, dancer with dumbbells.
Purpose: to demonstrate angular momentum.
Description: An instructor stands on a freely rotating platform with a heavy weight in each hand. When given an angular momentum, the instructor can change his angular velocity by extending or withdrawing his arms.
References: Mt-2.
Equipment: Rotating platform, two heavy weights.

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