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To investigate the behavior of springs hung in parallel when a load is applied to them.
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Investigating springs arranged in parallel Aim: To investigate the behavior of springs hung in parallel when a load is applied to them. Apparatus: * Clamp stand * Springs * Weights * Meter ruler * Sticky tape * String * Brass rod * Astroturf mat Variables: * The following are variables that I could change to affect my results: * Load/weight (that will be applied to the springs) * Tightness of the springs (how close together the coils are) * Amount of springs that will be used The variable that I have chosen to use is the number of strings to be tested. Safety: The safety precautions that I am going to use are: * To support the clamp-stand with a suitable load so that it doesn't fall over and injure a person. * To wear safety goggles to prevent the springs from damaging my eyes. Diagram: Method: - First a meter ruler was secured upright to a clamp stand with sticky tape. The Astroturf mat was placed below the clamp stand....
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