Slope race: rolling or sliding
A sphere, a cylinder and a cube go down the same slope. Who wins — the roller or the slider? A 3D experiment for kids 7+.
Interactive experiments for kids, students and teachers. Run each one right on the page, then open a copy in the Tymora editor and change mass, friction, elasticity or gravity. Every experiment comes with discussion questions and a version to try at home.
A sphere, a cylinder and a cube go down the same slope. Who wins — the roller or the slider? A 3D experiment for kids 7+.
A tablecloth is pulled fast and slowly. The first time the cups stay on the table, the second time they ride off and fall.
Three skiers ride down the same hill: with good wax, poor wax and none. Compare who glides farthest on the flat.
Snowballs roll down a mountain. Rows of trees on the slope slow the avalanche so less snow reaches the house.
A sled and a cart get the same push. The sled quickly stops while the wheeled cart rolls much farther.