The angular momentum apparatus is weighted at one end One meter rod is tried to balance with heavier end down Intuition tells that most people will think it should work In actuality, opposite is true The rod is turnedover and balanced on a mere fingertip A hands-on way to introduce the concepts of the center of gravity Angular acceleration and moment of inertia Movable mass, instructions include theory
Hands-on way to introduce the concepts of the center of gravity, angular acceleration and moment of inertia, helps to understand the classic ice skater's spin