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Interactive Materials

Physics Interactive Materials provides a list of resources with interactive materials for all areas of Junior Cert Physics.

Density and Flotation

Look at the relationship between density and flotation. Also allows for calculation of densities.

http://www.sciencejoywagon.com/explrsci/media/density.htm

Motion

Allows the student to learn about position, velocity, and acceleration graphs. Set the position, velocity, or acceleration and let the simulation move the man .

http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/moving-man

Circuit Construction Kit

Enables students to build circuits with resistors, light bulbs, batteries, and switches. Take measurements with the ammeter and voltmeter and so investigate Voltage and Current relationships.

http://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/circuit-construction-kit-dc

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