Energy Conservation Design Lab Idea

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The discussion focuses on creating a design lab that explores the relationship between two variables related to the law of conservation of energy, using materials typical in a physics classroom. The project must allow for data collection within a time frame of 1 hour and 15 minutes and should involve energy transfer between different types. The initial idea of using a ball thrown vertically presents measurement challenges, particularly with distance. The user seeks alternative methods or suggestions, expressing frustration with a recommended software for filming and measuring the ball's motion. The goal is to find a simpler, more reliable approach for the lab experiment.
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Hello!
Im working on a design lab but need a little help on making it simple enough to use materials you would find in a standard physics classroom.

Purpose: To develop a testable question that examines the relationship between 2 variables governed by the law of conversation of Energy.

It has to double within 1HR and 15Minutes

Must also involve the transfer of energy from one type to a different type.

I was thinking about using a ball outside thrown directly vertical except that could get tricky to measure the distance. Was advised to use this software which requires you to film the ball. Tho its completely unreliable and quite confusing for me to use.

any idea's?

thanks in advance!
 
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