Springs in Series and Parallel

Summary:

• Demonstrate combinations of springs.

Equipment:

• 2 identical springs, "S" link (in Ziploc bag)
• 2 250 g masses
• 1 retort stand, clamp and bar to suspend springs
• meter stick (if you want to measure anything)

Location:

• Bin in section 2 labelled "Springs"

Description:

• Start by demonstrating that both strings stretch nearly the same amount with equal mass suspended.
• Demonstrate springs working together in series and parallel.