Equilibrium
Forces and Motion
Fork Balancer
Enrichment Activity for 5-11 11-14
What you need
- Tall glass
- Two identical forks
- Toothpick
Instructions
- Push the prongs of the two forks together
- Push the toothpick between the prongs to hold the forks together
- Balance the end of the toothpick on the side of the glass
Results and Explanation
The forks can hang off the side because all the forces are balanced.
These experiments have not been specifically safety tested for home use but we believe them to be safe if the instructions are followed. Adult supervision or direction is recommended as appropriate. All experiments are carried out at your own risk.
