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Title: Rolling Uphill
PIRA: 1J 11.50

Demonstrates: Change in center of mass.
Description: A symmetrical double cone wood piece is placed on the narrow end of a triangular track with a slight incline at the opposite end. As the cone slips to find its center of mass the piece pulls itself uphill on the track.

Instructions: Place ramp on table; place cone at bottom end of ramp.

Items Used: Triangle ramp and double cone.

Notes: Math Description: None.

Size: 24 Condition: Good. Hazard: None.

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