Physics & Astronomy

Flick the Card

Purpose
To demonstrate inertia of rest
Location
Room 136, shelf L5
Description
Set the 3"×5" card flat atop the small beaker with a penny on top centered over the beaker. Flick the card horizontally out from under the penny, which falls straight down into the beaker.
(Note: If you have difficulty, you may find it easier to pull the card quickly out from under the penny.)