1F10.20 Inertia vs Weight

Have students come up to front desk and lift and move horizontally what looks like a regular Pepsi can. It is filled with lead so a noticeable force is needed to move it horizontally as well as lift it. Compare to empty can and can filled with Pepsi.

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Setup Requirements: Off the shelf

Equations: w = mg

Safety Issues: Avoid dropping can filled with lead on fingers or feet.