Mini-Quiz: Newton’s Cradle

1. If you release four balls in Newton's Cradle, how many will move on the other end?

   One ball at four times the initial velocitySorry, not correct. Try another button. Four balls at the same velocity of the initial ballsCorrect answer. You know about Newton's Cradle. You not are allowed to release four ballsGood try, but not right. Select another answer.

2. What would happen if each ball was held by only one wire?

   The wire would break because of the weight of the ballSorry, not correct. Try another button. The balls might move in various directionsCorrect. You are like a genius. The name would have to be changed to Newton's PendulumsOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again.

3. Why won't the balls bounce forever?

   Energy is lost due to friction and absorptionCorrect answer. You know about Newton's Cradle. They do, if you swing them hard enoughGood try, but not right. Select another answer. Energy is lost due to the Conservation of MomentumOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again.

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