Conservation of Mechanical Energy
Students will apply the principle of conservation of mechanical energy to solve problems involving conservative forces.
Key Questions
- Evaluate the conditions under which mechanical energy is conserved.
- Predict the velocity of an object at different points in its trajectory using energy conservation.
- Design a roller coaster track that utilizes the principle of mechanical energy conservation.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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