1G20.45 Dropped Slinky
Hold one end of a Slinky high in the air so the other end is not touching the ground and is clearly visible. Let go of the top end and watch as the lower end remains in place untill the whole spring has contracted to its minimum length. Note that the top end of the Slinky falls faster than “g”. Especially interesting is the motion of the lower end
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Location: E1-3