Question 10
Investigate the strength of different paper samples. Materials: 5 strips each of 4 different types of paper (same size, approximately 20 cm × 5 cm), hole puncher, paper clip, yoghurt tub, string, marbles.
Write the steps you will follow to carry out your investigation.
- How will you set up the equipment? What safety precautions will you take? Decide on your actions.
- What observations will you make? How many measurements do you need? See the table on the next page.
The results table has four paper-type rows and columns for first trial, last trial and average number of marbles.
Write the steps you will follow to carry out your investigation.
- How will you set up the equipment? What safety precautions will you take? Decide on your actions.
- What observations will you make? How many measurements do you need? See the table on the next page.
The results table has four paper-type rows and columns for first trial, last trial and average number of marbles.
