Bouncing balls: what is elasticity
Three balls fall from the same height but bounce differently. A simple physics experiment for kids 5+: elasticity, energy and rebound.
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.
Three balls fall from the same height but bounce differently. A simple physics experiment for kids 5+: elasticity, energy and rebound.
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