Inertia Demonstration Kit for Middle School Physics Product overview A compact teaching apparatus that visually demonstrates the inertia of objects. The kit includes a wooden base with an upright column featuring a circular groove at the , a metal spring sheet mounted on the base, a small wood chip, and a wooden ball. Simple to set up and operate for clear, repeatable classroom demonstrations. Key benefits Clarifies the concept of inertia through a direct, handson experiment that students can see and repeat. Straightforward operation allows teachers to demonstrate the effect quickly during lectures or lab sessions. Durable materials and simple construction provide consistent performance over many demonstrations. Lightweight and compact design makes the kit easy to store, transport, and use in different teaching environments. What it does and how it works Place the wood chip on the end of the upright column and set the wooden ball on the chip. Activate the metal spring sheet and release it. The spring ejects the wood chip outward while the wooden ball drops into the circular groove on the column . This simple sequence illustrates that the ball tends to remain at rest while the support is removed, providing a tangible example of inertia. Materials and compatibility Components: wooden base, wooden column, circular groove, metal spring sheet, wood chip, wooden ball. Materials: wood for base, column, chip, and ball; metal for the spring sheet. Designed for middle school physics instruction and compatible with standard classroom lesson plans on motion and forces. Practical attributes Size and portability: compact footprint and light weight for easy handling and classroom storage. Performance: repeatable, visible results that support student observation and discussion. Ease of use: minimal setup and no special tools required. Use scenarios Classroom demo: Use during a lesson on Newtonian mechanics to give students a clear visual of inertia. Student labs: Let small groups perform the experiment to record observations and discuss causes and effects. Science fairs or outreach: Provide a handson display that helps visitors understand basic motion principles. Contents included Wooden base with upright column and circular groove Metal spring sheet mounted on the base Small wood chip Wooden ball This kit provides a reliable, easy to use demonstration tool for teaching the principle of inertia in middle school physics.